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1 month ago | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Kids on leashes! Sexy maternity photo shoots! Blinged-out holiday cards! In this podcast episode, Sasha and Jen get honest about all those things people might judge when it comes to parenting. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished May 7, 2025NEW!Image: The BumpIn this day and age, there are so many new pressures on parents and those who are trying to conceive that it’s tempting to just drown out the noise.
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1 month ago | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Melanie Fiona stops by the podcast to chat balancing her music career and motherhood with Jen and Sasha. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished April 30, 2025NEW!Image: The BumpGrammy-winning singer-songwriter Melanie Fiona is busy-busy.
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2 months ago | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Find out all the benefits of this relaxing self-care ritual—plus, what types of massage to avoid in the early postpartum period. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished March 31, 2025NEW!Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD|Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: David Prado | Stocksy UnitedSome of us are “massage girlies,” and others definitely aren’t. You probably know exactly which camp you fall into.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Diaper parties are the baby shower’s more casual, Dad-centric cousin. Here’s how to make sure yours is a success. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished November 12, 2024NEW!Image: Magdalena kluczny | ShutterstockIf you’re expecting, celebrating baby is simply a must—whether it’s a small family party or a huge bash.
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Oct 15, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Parents are more stressed than ever—here’s how experts recommend coping. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished October 16, 2024NEW!Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: jamie grill atlas | Stocksy UnitedWe don’t need to tell you that parents are stressed. In today’s world, we don’t have a lot of support—like affordable childcare—and many of us have financial, safety and well-being concerns.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Is spotting necessarily a sign of pregnancy? Here’s what you should know. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished October 4, 2024NEW!Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD|Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: Susana Ramírez | Stocksy UnitedIf you’ve experienced spotting after sex, it’s natural to wonder, “What the heck is happening to my body?” After all, there are many reasons you could be spotting, both innocent and more serious.
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Sep 29, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Whether you’ve tried sleep training before or are completely new to it, here are benefits, methods—and a few alternatives. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished September 30, 2024NEW!Medically Reviewed by Dina DiMaggio Walters, MD|Fact Checked by G.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
The beloved YouTube star talked to us about everything from writing—and rewriting—to family rituals. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorPublished Image: Courtesy Ms. RachelIf your little one is a fan of Rachel Griffin Accurso, aka Ms. Rachel, and her wildly popular Songs for Littles YouTube channel, you’re in for a special surprise.
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Aug 14, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Pregnancy left you with a separation of your ab muscles? Welcome to the club. These at-home diastasis recti workout moves will help close the gap. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorUpdated August 15, 2024Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD|Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: Marc Tran | Stocksy UnitedYour body performs some pretty incredible feats during pregnancy. So it’s not surprising that after pregnancy, you’re likely to experience some major changes.
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Jul 29, 2024 | 
thebump.com | Natalie Gontcharova
Embarrassing? Yes. Common? Definitely. Here’s the lowdown on bladder incontinence during pregnancy. save articleBy Natalie Gontcharova, Senior EditorUpdated July 30, 2024Medically Reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD|Fact Checked by G. O’HaraImage: Lopolo | ShutterstockPregnancy is a roller coaster ride of bizarre symptoms, some of which can be downright embarrassing. (Hello, pregnancy gas.) If you find yourself peeing when sneezing in pregnancy (aka “snissing”)—or peeing when coughing—you’re not alone.
