Here’s how to step back and let the bonding—and his share of the work—begin. By Nanny Stella.

Join us for a rare inside peek at a labor-and-delivery room. Have a good look now—chances are you won’t notice much once you’re in labor. By Emily Bloch.

Nookie ain’t easy with a newborn around. Follow this guide to get back in action—that is, if you’re in the mood. By Wendy Walsh, PH.D.

Yes, you can alter baby’s DNA for the greater good. Here’s how to start right now. By Michael Roizen, M.D., and Mehmet Oz, M.D.

Not sure what to expect from labor? Prepare yourself with this birth plan advice and handy questionnaire. By Emily Lovely.

Celebrate right up to delivery with these amazing non-alcoholic drink recipes. By Kate Geagan, M.S., R.D.

Oh, the placenta. Of course you know its functions during pregnancy: supplying the fetus with maternal nutrients and disposing of waste. But you might be surprised to learn what some people are doing with the placenta after delivery! By Hilary Zalon and Laurie Grossman.

A little tough love can help you actually enjoy this most ­wonderful time of the year. Here’s how to be real without being rude. By Bonnie Siegler.

Those faint voices coming from inside are actually your first whispers of mother’s intuition. Here’s how to honor your new role and hear—loud and clear—what you already know. By Ziba Kashef, Editor at Large.

We all know the saying, but are you really “eating for two” now that you’re sporting a baby bump? And, if so, do you have license to reach for a daily treat because “the baby loves chocolate cake?” Tempting, for sure—but wrong! By Kate Geagan, M.S., R.D.