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HiMommy Plus: Your trusted guide through pregnancy and your child’s early years
Pregnancy is a journey full of change, emotion and questions. Each day brings something new — physically, emotionally and mentally.
Sibling Messages
Sibling Daily Messages is a special feature for pregnant moms who already have an older child.
Grasping the World: Baby's First Toys and How to Choose Them
From reflexive grasping to purposeful reaching—discover the best toys to support your baby’s fine motor development from weeks 1 to 20.
How We Count Pregnancy Days and Weeks in HiMommy
We want your HiMommy pregnancy calendar to be accurate and easy to follow.
3D video baby update: Week 40
At 51.2cm, your baby is fully prepared for birth with mature systems and ready for the first breath. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 39
At 50.7cm, your baby’s systems are fully mature, with optimal lung and fat tissue development. Immune system strengthened, and liver stores final reserves. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 38
At 49.8cm, your baby’s systems function independently, with mature lungs, heart, and digestive system. Skull remains flexible for birth. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 37
At 48.6cm, your baby’s organs are mature, with sufficient surfactant and thermal insulation. The brain controls life functions. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 36
At 47.4cm, your baby is full-term, with mature lungs and reflexes. Skin is smooth, and the head is likely downward. Most of the day is spent sleeping. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 35
At 46.2cm, your baby’s organs are mature, and antibodies are transferred for infection protection. The liver stores iron, and grip strength increases. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 34
At 45cm, your baby’s lungs near readiness for breathing, and the central nervous system controls basic life functions. Fatty tissue helps with temperature regulation. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 33
At 43.7cm, your baby’s immune system begins functioning, and lungs mature. Toenails reach tips, and brain controls body functions. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 32
At 42.4cm, your baby coordinates sucking, swallowing, and breathing. Lungs mature, and bones harden. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 31
At 41.1cm, your baby’s senses are fully developed, and the brain forms 250,000 new connections per minute. Fatty tissue increases, and lungs prepare for breathing. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 30
At 39.9cm, your baby’s brain regulates body temperature, and fatty tissue grows rapidly. Bone marrow produces blood cells, and fingernails reach fingertip ends. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 29
At 38.6cm, your baby’s movements strengthen, and the brain controls breathing and body temperature. Immune system develops. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 28
At 37.6cm, your baby blinks, focuses, and controls basic functions. Fatty tissue increases, and the skull remains flexible. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 27
At 36.6cm, your baby’s brain activity increases, lungs mature, and fatty tissue accumulates. Breathing strengthens muscles. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 26
At 35.6cm, your baby can blink, lungs mature, and breathing movements become regular. Ovaries descend in girls, and basic reflexes develop. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 25
At 34.6cm, your baby responds to touch, light, and sound. Nostrils open, and breathing movements aid lung development. Skin becomes less transparent. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 24
At 30cm, your baby reaches viability, with developing lungs and brain. Sleep cycles are established, and skin begins turning pink. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 23
At 28.9cm, your baby’s balance organ is developed, brain growth accelerates, and lungs produce surfactant. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 22
At 27.8cm, your baby’s taste buds are fully developed, and the brain processes sounds. Meconium accumulates, and lungs start producing surfactant. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 21
At 26.7cm, your baby’s movements become more coordinated, and sucking reflex strengthens muscles for breastfeeding. Endocrine system matures, and breathing movements prepare for life outside the womb. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 20
At 16.4cm, your baby’s movements stabilize, and the digestive system develops. Your baby can taste different flavors in amniotic fluid. Vernix protects and nourishes the skin. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 19
At 15.3cm, your baby’s movements become strong and coordinated, and brain development intensifies. Lanugo covers the body, and kidneys produce urine. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 18
At 14.2cm, your baby reacts to sounds, eyes become sensitive to light, and skin is covered with protective vernix. Organs like the uterus and fallopian tubes develop in girls. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 17
At 13cm, your baby’s fatty tissue begins to develop, and unique fingerprints form. Breathing exercises help develop muscles, and skin becomes less transparent. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 16
At 11.6cm, your baby’s head becomes more proportional, facial muscles develop, and movements become coordinated. Ovaries begin moving downward in girls. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 15
At 10cm, your baby’s hearing develops, bones become visible on X-ray, and hair begins growing. Liver produces more bile, coloring amniotic fluid. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 14
At 8.7cm, your baby’s movements become more coordinated, with facial expressions, thumb sucking, and thyroid hormone production. Ovaries begin producing egg cells in girls. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 13
At 7cm, your baby enters the second trimester with ossifying bones, working kidneys, and developing vocal cords. Movements become more purposeful. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 12
At 54mm, your baby’s organs function together, and sucking movements, reflexes, and urine production begin. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 11
At 41mm, your baby’s movements become purposeful, digestive system starts functioning, and skin thickens. External genitalia become more distinct. Always consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 10
At 31mm, your baby makes spontaneous movements and begins organ development like kidney function and milk tooth formation. Always consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 9
At 23mm, your baby’s brain creates 250,000 new neurons per minute. Muscles contract, reflexes develop, and digestive processes begin. Always consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 8
At 16mm, your baby becomes a fetus with all major organs present. Heart, fingers, and toes develop, while ossification begins. Consult your doctor if you have concerns about your baby's development.
3D video baby update: Week 7
At 10mm, your baby’s brain divides, heart beats steadily, and limb buds elongate with the first signs of fingers. Early development is crucial – always consult your doctor if you have concerns.
3D video baby update: Week 6
At 4mm, your baby’s heart starts beating, the neural tube forms, and limb buds appear. Early development is crucial – consult your doctor if you have concerns.
Week 5: Neural Tube Formation - Your Baby's First Construction Project
Week 5 marks critical neural tube development. Learn about brain and spinal cord formation, the role of folic acid, and early pregnancy symptoms.
Week 40: Due Date Arrival - The Grand Finale
Your official due date has arrived! Learn about the continued development beyond week 40, what to expect physically and emotionally, and enjoy a nourishing bone broth soup recipe to support you in this final stage of pregnancy.
Week 39: Perfect Timing - Why Nature Knows Best
At 39 weeks, your baby is fully ready for birth. Learn about the optimal birth window, your baby's final physiological maturation, and enjoy a recipe for labor-fueling energy balls to keep you energized as you prepare for delivery.
Week 38: The Waiting Game - Signs of Approaching Labor
As you approach the final weeks of pregnancy, discover the early signs of labor, tips to distinguish true from false labor, and enjoy a comforting loaded sweet potato recipe to nourish you during this exciting time.
Week 37: Full Term Beginning - Ready for Life
At 37 weeks, your baby is full-term and ready for birth. Learn about the final physical developments, your body's preparation for labor, and enjoy a labor-preparing date and raspberry smoothie recipe to nourish you during these crucial weeks.
Week 36: Early Term - When Baby Could Come
At week 36, your baby is considered early term and is nearly ready for birth. Learn about the final development stages and get tips for preparing for labor and delivery, including a delicious recipe for energy-sustaining date and nut balls.
Week 35: Kidney Function - Waste Management System
In week 35, your baby's kidneys are nearing full maturity, capable of filtering blood, regulating electrolytes, and producing urine. Learn about renal system development and try a kidney-supporting cranberry quinoa bowl recipe.
Week 34: Lung Surfactant - The Breathing Preparation
In week 34, your baby’s lung development reaches a key milestone with surfactant production peaking. Learn about the critical role of surfactant, practice breathing movements, and try a respiratory-supporting turmeric golden milk recipe.
Week 33: Digestive System Ready - Preparing for Milk
In week 33, your baby's digestive system matures, preparing for milk feeding. Learn about enzyme production, meconium accumulation, and try a digestive-supporting fennel and orange salad recipe to ease late pregnancy discomfort.
Week 31: Positioning for Birth - Head Down Movement
In week 31, your baby may begin moving into the head-down position for delivery. Learn about pelvic changes, development milestones, and try a positioning-support ginger tea cake recipe.
Week 30: Brain Growth Sprint - The Final Neural Development
In week 30, your baby's brain grows rapidly, with myelination accelerating. Learn about memory formation, sensory integration, and try a brain-boosting blueberry chia pudding recipe to support your health.
Week 29: Antibody Transfer - Immune System Building
In week 29, maternal antibodies are transferred to your baby, providing crucial immune protection. Learn about the importance of vaccination and try an immune-boosting citrus quinoa salad recipe.
Week 28: REM Sleep - Baby's Dream Development
In week 28, your baby begins REM sleep, aiding brain development. Learn about sleep cycles, brain complexity, and try a sleep-supporting chamomile honey cake recipe to boost relaxation.
Week 27: Third Trimester Begins - Final Preparations
In week 27, the third trimester begins with rapid fetal growth and lung maturation. Learn about your changing body, nervous system development, and try an energy-sustaining lentil curry recipe.
Week 26: Eye Opening - First Glimpses of Light
In week 26, your baby’s eyes open for the first time, marking a key visual milestone. Learn about eye development, brain processing, and try an eye-health supporting carrot cake overnight oats recipe.
Week 25: Startle Reflex - Baby's First Jumps
In week 25, your baby’s startle reflex develops, and their muscle strength improves. Learn about their response to external stimuli and try a nerve-supporting B-vitamin bowl to boost your health.
Week 24: Lung Maturation - Preparing for First Breath
In week 24, your baby's lungs develop surfactant, improving survival chances. Learn about hearing improvements, physical changes, and try a respiratory-supporting sweet potato soup recipe.
Week 23: Neural Networks - Brain Development Acceleration
In week 23, your baby’s brain is rapidly developing, and myelination begins. Learn about reflex development, sleep cycles, and try a brain-boosting walnut banana bread recipe to support your health.
Week 22: Viability Milestone - The Medical Breakthrough
In week 22, your baby reaches viability and lung development advances. Learn about brain growth, sensory maturation, and enjoy a lung-supporting berry smoothie recipe to boost your health.
Week 21: Meconium Formation - Baby's First Waste
In week 21, meconium forms as your baby’s digestive system matures. Learn about your baby’s growing strength, taste and smell development, and enjoy a digestive health ginger rice bowl recipe.
Week 20: Halfway Milestone - The Pregnancy Checkpoint
Congratulations on reaching week 20! Your baby’s hearing develops, and sleep-wake cycles emerge. Celebrate with a quinoa Buddha bowl and look ahead to exciting growth in the second half of pregnancy.
Week 19: Nature's Protection - Vernix Caseosa Development
In week 19, your baby’s skin is protected by vernix and lanugo. Learn about rapid brain development, sensory advancements, and try a skin-nourishing salmon and sweet potato recipe.
Week 18: Anatomy Scan Preparation - The Big Ultrasound
In week 18, your baby’s anatomy scan reveals critical development details. Learn about nervous system growth, vernix caseosa, and enjoy a nutrient-dense stuffed bell pepper recipe.
Week 17: Building Energy Reserves - Fat Storage Begins
In week 17, your baby starts developing fat tissue, crucial for temperature regulation and brain development. Learn about skeletal strengthening and try a healthy fat avocado toast recipe.
Week 16: The Great Stretch - Growing Room for Growth
In week 16, your baby experiences rapid growth, and you may feel their first movements. Learn about circulatory system maturation, digestive progress, and try a growth-supporting lentil stew recipe.
Week 15: Light Sensitivity - When Baby First Sees
In week 15, your baby's visual and hearing systems are developing. Learn about limb proportions, scalp hair patterns, and enjoy a vision-supporting carrot ginger soup recipe.
Week 14: The Gender Reveal Week - Boy or Girl?
In week 14, your baby's sex may be visible on ultrasound, and brain development accelerates. Learn about facial expression development, kidney function, and enjoy a hormone-balancing salmon salad.
Week 13: Golden Trimester Begins - Welcome to Your Best Weeks
In week 13, your baby’s growth accelerates with unique fingerprints and vocal cord development. Enjoy an energy boost and try an energy-boosting quinoa power bowl to fuel your day.
Week 12: First Trimester Finale - Completing the Foundation
Week 12 marks the end of the first trimester. Learn about the refined facial features, nervous system sophistication, urogenital development, and an energy-boosting smoothie recipe to celebrate this milestone.
Week 11: Growing Strong - Bones, Muscles, and Movement
In week 11, your baby's bones begin to ossify, and muscle development accelerates. Learn about the rapid growth phase, digestive system maturation, and a bone-building recipe for you.
Week 10: Vital Organs Online - When Everything Starts Working
In week 10, your baby's major organs start functioning together. Learn about breathing movements, sexual differentiation, facial development, and a nutritious salad recipe for you.
Week 9: Sensory Awakening - Taste Buds and Tiny Reflexes
In week 9, your baby's taste buds start forming, and early reflexes emerge. Learn about kidney function, physical growth, and a flavorful recipe to support your nutrition.
Week 8: The Great Transition - From Embryo to Fetus
At week 8, your baby officially becomes a fetus. Learn about key developments like facial features, brain growth, and the digestive system. Plus, a protein-packed recipe for your nutrition.
Week 7: Building the Blueprint - Limb Buds and Brain Waves
In week 7, your baby's limb buds, brain, and facial features begin to develop. Learn about the first movements, the importance of rest, and a brain-boosting recipe for you.
Week 6: Heartbeat Symphony - When Life Gets Its Rhythm
In week 6, your baby's heart starts beating. Learn about the rapid development of the heart, circulatory system, and what to expect with pregnancy symptoms like morning sickness.
Week 4: Missing Period Mystery - Your Body's First Announcement
Discover what happens in week 4 of pregnancy. Learn about implantation, hormonal changes, early symptoms, and a folate-rich smoothie recipe.
Understanding Pregnancy Discharge: What's Normal vs. Concerning
Navigate pregnancy discharge changes at 9 weeks. Learn what's normal, warning signs to watch for, and when to contact your healthcare provider.
The Formation of Your Baby's Digestive System
Learn about your baby's digestive system development at 9 weeks pregnant. Understand how the stomach, intestines, and other organs form.
Your Baby's First Movements: What's Happening Inside the Womb
Discover your baby's first movements at 8 weeks pregnant. Learn about early fetal movement development and when you might feel them.
Early Pregnancy Exercise: Safe Activities for the First Trimester
Discover safe exercises for 6 weeks pregnant. Learn first trimester activity guidelines, benefits, and precautions for healthy pregnancy fitness.
The Science Behind Pregnancy Brain Fog: Memory and Concentration Changes
Understand pregnancy brain fog at 6 weeks. Learn about memory and concentration changes, why they happen, and coping strategies.
Folic Acid: Why This Vitamin is Crucial in Early Pregnancy
Learn why folic acid is essential at 5 weeks pregnant. Understand dosage, benefits, and food sources for healthy fetal development.
Your Baby's First Poop: What Meconium Tells You
Discover what your baby's first poop — meconium — can reveal about their health. Learn what’s normal, what to watch for, and how to handle those first messy diaper changes.
Faces in Focus: Why Baby Prefers Yours Over a Toy
Why your baby prefers your face over toys: Discover how face recognition fuels emotional bonding, brain growth, and visual development.
Baby Babble Begins: What Those New Sounds Really Mean
From coos to giggles: Learn how your baby's sounds evolve in the first 20 weeks, laying the foundation for language and social connection.
The Grip Reflex: Holding On and Letting Go
From reflex to intention: Discover how your baby's grasp evolves during the first 20 weeks—from instinctive clutching to purposeful holding.
Emotional Echoes: How Baby Reacts to Your Face and Mood
Your baby begins reading your emotions from day one. Learn how emotional bonding and responsiveness evolve in the first 20 weeks of life.
Little Explorer: Baby's First Movements Toward Mobility
Movement begins long before crawling. Discover how your baby builds head control, core strength, and coordination in weeks 1–20.
Drool and Discovery: Teething Signs You Didn't Expect
Teething starts long before the first tooth appears. Learn to spot subtle signs between weeks 8–20 and comfort your baby through early changes.
Voice Recognition: When Baby Knows It's You
Your baby begins recognizing your voice before birth—and by 20 weeks, they respond in ways that deepen your bond and support emotional growth.
The 3-Month Shift: Why This Stage Feels Like a Leap
At 3 months, babies become more alert, vocal, and active. Learn how to support this big developmental leap—sleep changes and all!
Baby Massage: Gentle Touch for Growth and Comfort
Baby massage supports bonding, digestion, sleep, and body awareness. Learn gentle techniques for weeks 1–20 to soothe and connect.
Nap Maps: Understanding Daytime Sleep Needs
Your baby’s nap needs change rapidly in the first 20 weeks. Learn how to adapt and spot sleep cues for better rest and easier routines.
Foot Focus: Why Babies Love Their Toes
Toe-grabbing isn’t just cute—it’s a key sign of your baby’s growing brain and body awareness. Learn how this milestone supports development.
Soundscapes for Baby: Music, Nature, and Calm Environments
From the womb to the nursery, sound shapes your baby’s brain and emotions. Discover how to create a soundscape that nurtures and connects.
The Power of Smell: How Babies Know Their Parents
Your baby knows your scent from birth. Discover how smell shapes bonding, comfort, and connection before words or sight ever do.
Your Baby's First Books: Why Reading Starts Early
Reading to your baby boosts brain development, language skills, and bonding—starting from day one. Discover how and why it matters.
Breath Watching: Understanding Your Baby's Breathing Patterns
Understand your newborn's breathing patterns—what’s normal, what’s not, and when to seek help. Reassurance for concerned parents.
Soothing Strategies: Finding What Calms Your Baby
Learn proven techniques to soothe a crying baby—from swaddling to babywearing—and understand what your baby really needs.
Cuddled and Carried: The Science Behind Babywearing
Discover the science behind babywearing — an ancient practice that supports bonding, brain development, and physical health.
Setting the Rhythm: Newborns and Circadian Development
Wondering when your baby will sleep through the night? Learn how newborn circadian rhythms develop and how you can support healthy sleep.
When to start expanding baby the diet
Find out when your baby is ready to start solid foods. Check for signs of readiness, such as stable sitting position, good motor coordination, lack of extrusion reflex, and interest in food.
Why to expand an infant’s diet?
Why expand an infant’s diet? Discover the health and developmental benefits of introducing new foods to your baby’s meals.
Diet expansion, the BLW method
BLW – baby-led weaning method. No purées, just healthy, safe foods and full respect for your baby’s hunger and fullness cues.
Nutrition during pregnancy
Healthy nutrition during pregnancy plays a crucial role in your baby's development and your well-being. Learn how proper diet supports your baby's growth, helps avoid common pregnancy ailments, and boosts your mood.
Nutrition during pregnancy. What you need to know.
Learn how much weight you should gain during pregnancy – all about BMI, weight gain stages, and the risks of gaining too much or too little.
Talking to Baby – How Your Voice Shapes Brain Growth
Your voice is key to your baby's brain development. Learn how talking to your baby, even before they speak, supports language, emotional bonding, and memory
Hands in Motion – Baby’s First Attempts at Grabbing
At 9 weeks, your baby’s hands begin to move with purpose — swatting, reaching, and exploring. Discover how these early motions support motor skills and how you can encourage this exciting stage of development.
Object Exploration - The Magic of Touch and Texture
Your baby’s fascination with touch is a key milestone in their development! Learn how tactile exploration helps build fine motor skills, cognitive abilities, and language, and how to create a sensory-rich environment.
Taste Test - When and How to Introduce Solids
Introducing solids is a major milestone in your baby’s development. Learn how to recognize readiness, choose first foods, and create a positive feeding experience from the very first bite.
Let's Giggle - First Laughs and Social Play
Has your 16-week-old started giggling? This joyful milestone signals a leap in social and emotional development. Discover what makes babies laugh and how to encourage more of those heartwarming giggles.
Singing to Baby – The Power of Repetition and Rhyme
By week 15, your baby responds more to rhythm, melody, and tone. Singing—even off-key—boosts language, memory, and emotional bonding. Discover how music can become a joyful part of your daily routine!
Mirror Play - Baby Sees a Friend in the Reflection
Mirror play is a fun and powerful way to support your 14-week-old’s development! Discover how this simple activity boosts self-awareness, visual skills, coordination, and early social interaction.
Mini Workouts - Helping Baby Roll Over Safely
At 13 weeks, your baby may start showing signs of rolling! Discover how to support their development with safe, simple exercises, tummy time tips, and expert advice to encourage this exciting milestone.
Holding and Sitting - Building Baby's Core Strength
While babies aren't lifting weights, they're building impressive core strength every day, which is essential for sitting, crawling, and walking. Learn how to support your baby's muscle development through play and exploration.
Peekaboo! Early Signs of Memory in Infants
Peekaboo!" is more than just fun—it's a key game in your baby's memory development, teaching them about object permanence. Learn how this milestone impacts cognitive growth and emotional resilience.
Three Months In – Milestones and Magic Moments
Congratulations on reaching 12 weeks! Your baby is becoming more interactive, holding their head up, smiling, and bonding with you. Each milestone is a step in their growth, so enjoy this special time as your little one blossoms.
Nutrient requirements
Discover essential nutrition tips for a healthy pregnancy. Learn about the increased demand for protein, fats, and carbohydrates, and the best food sources to ensure optimal development for you and your baby.
Principles of healthy eating when pregnant
Discover how to build healthy eating habits in pregnancy with meal planning tips, regular meals, and nutritious food choices for you and your baby.
Initial symptoms of pregnancy - when do they occur and how can they be discerned?
Discover the early signs of pregnancy, from missed periods to other symptoms that may catch you off guard. Learn when they typically appear and how they can vary from woman to woman.
Growth Spurts – Why Baby Is Suddenly Always Hungry
Has your baby started feeding more, sleeping less, and acting fussier? It could be a growth spurt! Learn the signs, when they happen, and how to support your baby through this rapid development phase.
Sleep Patterns – Day vs. Night Confusion Begins to Fade
Discover how your baby’s sleep patterns evolve by Week 11, with tips on supporting healthy sleep habits. Learn about circadian rhythm development, sleep cues, and simple routines for better nights.
Your Baby’s First Smile – Social Development Begins
Discover the magic of your baby's first social smile — a heartwarming milestone that marks emotional connection and brain development. Learn why it’s more than just cuteness, how it strengthens your bond, and tips to encourage more smiles in early parenthood.
Tummy Time Tips – Building Strength from Day One
Learn why tummy time is essential for your baby’s development. Discover helpful tips on when to start, how to engage your baby, and the benefits of building strength from day one.
The Sounds of New Life – Understanding Baby Cries
Baby crying is a natural way for your newborn to communicate. Learn how to recognize different cries, soothe your baby, and cope with this challenging but temporary phase of early development.
Newborn Reflexes – What Those Tiny Movements Mean
Learn about newborn reflexes and their significance in your baby’s early development. Discover common reflexes like the Moro, rooting, and sucking reflex, and understand how they support survival and growth.
Bonding Time – Skin-to-Skin and Eye Contact in the Early Weeks
Your gentle touch, voice, and gaze help your baby feel safe and loved. Discover the power of bonding in the early weeks of life.
Learning to Read Baby’s Cues – Hunger, Sleep, and Comfort
Learn how to read your baby's cues for hunger, tiredness, and comfort. Discover tips that will help you respond better to your little one's needs.
Welcome to the World – Your Baby’s First Week of Life
Discover what happens in your baby's first week: sleep, feeding, care, and bonding. Learn what to expect and how to support both your newborn and yourself.
Tiny Tempests: Navigating Toddler Tantrums with Empathy and Confidence
One moment your toddler is giggling with joy, and the next they’re on the floor screaming because their toast was cut the “wrong” way.
Reducing The Risk of Postpartum Depression
One in seven new mothers experiences postpartum depression (PPD). Women who already suffer from anxiety or depression are more prone to PPD – even during pregnancy.
How Regular Is Your Cycle? Let’s Find Out
A regular cycle shows the presence of a healthy ovulation and is one of the most significant factors concerning fertility.
Length of the Period: What to Look For?
When you're trying to get pregnant, understanding your menstrual cycle plays a key role in determining your fertility status.
Length of the Cycle: Why Does It Matter?
If you're trying to conceive, understanding the length of your menstrual cycle is essential. It can help you identify your most fertile days and plan for pregnancy.
How to Reduce TSH Levels to Get Pregnant?
Thyroid issues are very common among women, especially those who are trying to get pregnant.
How to Make Most of Your Fertile Days?
No doubt that understanding the body's natural rhythms and recognizing the appropriate timing for conception gives an opportunity to make informed choices.
Up To What Age Can A Woman Get Pregnant: Ultimate Guide
A common concern for many women is understanding how age affects their ability to conceive and up to what age can a woman get pregnant?
How to Get Pregnant with Twins: Secrets Every Mom Should Know
Although twins are not common, certain factors and treatments can increase the chance of multiple pregnancies.
How to Get Pregnant: What Actually Works?
Understanding how to get pregnant means understanding your body and ovulation timing and taking proactive measures regarding various potential fertility issues.
Boy or Girl – How to Determine a Child's Gender?
Discover your baby's gender with prenatal tests! Move beyond old myths - explore when and how to find out. Say goodbye to the guessing game, hello to certainty!
Counting Kicks: Best practices and methods
Tracking your baby's movement is an easy way to check in and make sure the baby's okay.
What are contractions mean? True labour or Braxton Hicks contractions?
How to tell Braxton Hicks contractions from true contractions? Check out in this article.
Understanding Baby Sizes: Comparison to Fruits and Vegetables
Discover how your baby grows, likened to fruits and veggies. Decode your little one's development stages effortlessly. Learn and nurture with our insightful comparison guide!
Baby's Development Comparing to the World of Flowers
Discover the beauty of pregnancy as we compare your baby's growth to flowers. From seedling to full bloom, witness the magic of nature within. Explore each stage and anticipate your little one's arrival.
Tracking Fetal Growth Week by Week Through Comparing Baby Sizes to Body Parts
Discover the wonders of fetal growth, comparing a baby's size to body parts from taste buds to shoulders. Follow the incredible journey week by week, from microscopic beginnings to fully formed miracles. Experience the marvel of life in this insightful guide.
Exploring Animal Babies That Match Your Baby's Size in Pregnancy
A playful companion guide: which baby animals match your baby's size during pregnancy, week by week. Discover more comparisons in the HiMommy app.
Exploring Baby Growth Through Everyday Objects
Explore our fascinating article comparing baby sizes during pregnancy to everyday objects! Gain unique insights into fetal development as we draw creative parallels, providing expectant parents with a fun and relatable perspective on their growing little one.
Traveling During Pregnancy: Tips and Safety Guidelines
Are you planning a trip during pregnancy? Discover essential tips and safety guidelines to help you enjoy your journey while pregnant. Learn the best practices, avoid risks, and prioritize your health and comfort while traveling.
Comparison of Child Sizes to Fruits
Discover the fascinating fetal development process during pregnancy by comparing its size to fruits. Learn how a tiny pea-sized embryo becomes a medium-sized watermelon and understand the factors that influence a healthy child's development.
What can a child eat up to 1 year of age?
Discover what a child can eat in the first year of life. Our article on infant nutrition provides practical tips, from breastfeeding to introducing solid foods. A healthy diet for infants is key to their healthy development!
Skin Care During Pregnancy
Discover the secrets of skincare during pregnancy. Learn how to maintain a healthy glow and avoid skin problems. Tips, safe products, and a diet for expectant mothers. See how to enjoy radiant skin during pregnancy.
Sleep and Pregnancy
Discover the Importance of Healthy Sleep During Pregnancy and Learn About the Effects of Sleep Deprivation on the Health of Both Mother and Child. Read Practical Tips on Sleeping During Pregnancy and Prioritize Your Well-Being. Find Out How to Ensure Restorative Sleep.
Headaches During Pregnancy
Learn how to deal with headaches during pregnancy. Causes, treatment, and advice for expectant mothers.
Exercises During Pregnancy: Safe Workouts for Expecting Mothers
Discover the Benefits of Exercising During Pregnancy and the Rules for Safe Workouts for Expecting Mothers. Learn how to maintain physical activity during pregnancy while keeping your health and comfort in mind. Find inspiration and tips for staying active during pregnancy.
Stress and Emotions During Pregnancy
Discover how hormones affect emotions during pregnancy and how to effectively cope with mood swings. Learn when to seek support from a specialist and how to take care of your mental health during this unique period.
Play Activities Supporting Child Development Up to 3 Months
You will find practical tips for parents here, and you will learn why building an emotional bond with your child from the first days is so important. Discover the key stages of development and the benefits of play for your little one.
Understanding the Size of a Baby at 21 Weeks
Every expectant mother shares the thrill of witnessing their baby's growth throughout the gestation period. It's an exciting journey of anticipation and learning.
Your Comprehensive Guide to Being 27 Weeks Pregnant: Baby's Growth, Maternal Changes, and What to Expect
If you're 27 weeks pregnant, congratulations! You're about to close the chapter on your second trimester and embark on the journey into your third and final trimester.
How Many Weeks in Pregnancy: The Guide to Understanding Your Pregnancy Timeline
Pregnancy is a miraculous time, filled with anticipation and many questions. One of the most common questions is, "How many weeks in pregnancy?"
Safety and Benefits of Consuming Kefir in Pregnancy
Are you expecting and wondering whether it's safe to consume kefir during pregnancy? You've landed in the right place. This article focuses on the safety and benefits of consuming kefir in pregnancy.
How to prepare for pregnancy?
This is a question that causes sleepless nights for many women planning pregnancy.
What you cannot eat when you are pregnant. A list for future mums
Are you wondering what you should eat during pregnancy? Or rather, which products should you avoid?
What should you eat during pregnancy? List of products
Shat can you actually eat to positively influence the development of your baby?
How does the beginning of pregnancy look like?
Are you at the stage when you are trying for a baby and wondering what will happen when you see two bands on a pregnancy test?
What you should not do when you are pregnant. See what you should avoid!
The body of a pregnant woman is governed by completely different rules. What is allowed at any other time, can be forbidden during pregnancy.
The influence of physical activity on pregnancy, labour, a foetus and a newborn
Physical activity during pregnancy and post childbirth brings the following benefits to mother and foetus health
Comparing Your Baby's Size to Animals: A Delightful Guide to Fetal Development
See how big your baby is each week compared to animals — from week 4 to week 40, with sizes and weights. Track your baby live in the HiMommy app.
Fetal Size by Week: A Comprehensive Guide to Your Baby's Growth
Discover your baby's growth throughout your pregnancy journey, from 8 weeks to 41 weeks, with our comprehensive guide to fetal size by week, including length and weight measurements.
How many weeks does pregnancy last and how can you calculate your due date?
It is commonly accepted that pregnancy lasts 9 months, which is 40 weeks or 280 days.
Pack your bag for labour
Preparing a bag for the hospital for the mum and the baby is a real challenge. Each expectant mum wonders what she will need during labour and her stay at the hospital. What should she take for the baby, and for herself.
How to take care of yourself during pregnancy?
Pregnancy is a special time in the life of every woman. When we learn that we are going to have a baby, our heads are swarming with question, how to take care of ourselves during pregnancy, what should we change about our current lifestyle, and what we can and cannot do during this time.
What should you eat during pregnancy? - 1st trimester
The diet of pregnant women is of particular importance for foetal development, and for good mood of the woman.
First weeks of pregnancy - what should you know?
The time of pregnancy is both the longest and the shortest nine months in woman’s life. Although it is counted from the first day of the last menstruation, the first signs are felt only several weeks later.
Keep Up With Your Baby's Kick Counts: The Ultimate Guide to Using a Kick Counter App
Tracking your baby's movement is an easy way to check in and make sure the baby's okay.