The Bump

Brought to you by the team behind The Knot, The Bump is a go-to resource for new millennial parents looking for information on fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and caring for babies. We offer detailed, step-by-step content, valuable expert insights, the latest news, style ideas, and interactive features across all our platforms, including apps and websites for mobile and desktop. Our mission at The Bump is to support expectant and new parents with tailored advice, helpful checklists, and a wealth of expert knowledge to guide them through this exciting journey.

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White House's New Birth Incentives Spark Conversation

1 day ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

We can all agree that moms definitely deserve a medal for everything they do. And most parents could use a little more financial support. But is a $5,000 baby bonus and a proposed National Medal of Motherhood really the best way to move families forward? That’s the question circulating after the White House unveiled a set of early-stage proposals aimed at encouraging Americans to have more children. The effort comes as the US grapples with its record-low birth rates.
New Research Identifies 296 Treatable Genetic Conditions

2 days ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

For expecting parents, learning that a baby might face a medical challenge is often the start of an overwhelming journey. But new research from Mass General Brigham, Harvard Medical School, and Duke University is offering something else: hope. In a study published in the American Journal of Human Genetics, researchers unveiled a first-of-its-kind list of nearly 300 genetic conditions that can be treated either in utero or shortly after birth—potentially changing the trajectory of a baby’s life.
Mom's "Foolproof Guide to Mother's Day Gifts" Goes Viral

2 days ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

Mother’s Day is just around the corner (less than three weeks away)! And if the thought of gift-giving causes you to break out in hives or you’re a mom quietly hoping for something a little more thoughtful this year, one TikTok creator has you covered.
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Welcomes His First Child

3 days ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

The reigning National League MVP has a new title and it might be his best yet!The pitching and hitting phenom Shohei Ohtani and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, announced their first child’s arrival this past weekend. "Welcome to the Ohtani Family! I am so grateful to my loving wife who gave birth to our healthy beautiful daughter. To my daughter, thank you for making us very nervous yet super anxious parents,” he captioned a photo of his newborn’s feet.
Sisters Make History With UK’s First Womb Transplant Birth

6 days ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

From surrogates to egg and sperm donors, modern medicine—combined with the generosity of others—is opening new doors to parenthood. Sisters Amy Purdie and Grace Davidson took that hope to the next level, making history with the first baby in the UK born from a living womb donor. Davidson was born with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser (MRKH) syndrome, a rare condition that meant she had no functioning uterus.
Hero Ranch Dog Finds and Rescues Lost Toddler

6 days ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

As a parent, few things are more terrifying than not knowing where your little one has gone. But when one Arizona family’s toddler wandered off in the night, a miracle appeared in the form of an extra fluffy, four-legged friend. Two-year-old Boden Allen was reported missing by his parents to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office on April 14.
Why Target is Recalling 25,000 Packages of Baby Food

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

Target is an easy go-to for everything families need from a new throw blanket and school supplies to groceries and games. But if your pantry includes Good & Gather baby food from Target, it’s time to double-check the label. Target has voluntarily recalled 25,600 units of its Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree due to concerns over elevated levels of lead. The affected products come in 4-ounce tubs and are intended for babies six months and older.
The TikTok Series That’s Helping Parents Tackle To-Dos

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

As a parent, it’s easier than ever for tasks to pile up on your to-do list. From replying to that school email to cleaning out the coat closet and finally switching out the clothes from winter to spring, even the simplest jobs can feel insurmountable amid the constant whirlwind of parenting. But for the thousands of parents who are overwhelmed and avoiding their to-dos, one woman is making things feel a little less anxiety-inducing and a lot more doable with the help of a simple timer.
Fisher-Price Recalls Two Toys Due to Choking Risk

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced two separate recalls involving Fisher-Price toys due to choking hazards. Here’s what parents need to know. Why Are These Fisher-Price Toys Being Recalled? Brunch & Go Stroller Toys: According to the recall around 253,000 of the populra stroller toys in the US and 4,500 in Canada are affected. The toy egg’s yolk can crack, creating small parts that pose a choking risk.
Avocados in Pregnancy May Cut Baby’s Allergy Risk

1 week ago | thebump.com | Wyndi Kappes

As food allergies among kids continue to rise, sending 2 in 5 children to the ER for allergic reactions, a growing number of families are looking for ways to reduce the risk before it even begins. While most allergy prevention efforts focus on baby’s first bites, new research suggests the fight against food allergies can begin even earlier.