The Journal

Why You Should Keep Taking Your Prenatal Vitamin After Your Baby Arrives

The name says prenatal, but the need doesn't stop at birth. Here is what happens to your nutrient stores after having a baby, why the fourth trimester is one of the most depleting periods of your l...

Pregnancy Nutrition Made Simple: 6 Nutrient-Dense Foods to Eat

"Eat a well-balanced diet" is the standard advice, but what does that actually mean? Here are six genuinely nutrient-dense foods worth building into your pregnancy diet, and the simple reasons each...

Vegan, Vegetarian and Expecting? What You Actually Need to Know About Protein in Pregnancy

moode founder Jess Rosenberg was vegetarian until her naturopath advised her to reconsider. After studying nutrition and naturopathy herself, here is what she learned about plant-based pregnancy nu...

Pregnant Over 35? The Honest Guide to Fertility and Risk

More women than ever are starting families after 35. Here is the honest guide to what that actually means for your fertility, your pregnancy, and your body - without the fear-mongering.

When to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant: An Australian Guide

There is no legal obligation to tell your employer you're pregnant, and no perfect moment to do it. Here is how to time the conversation, what your rights actually are under Australian law, and wha...

Pregnancy Loss and Termination: Sheree Rubinstein's Story

At 20 weeks, Sheree Rubinstein's scan revealed her baby's brain hadn't developed as it should. This is her honest account of choosing termination, the grief that followed, and why she now talks ope...

Cystic Fibrosis and Pregnancy: Alexandrena Parker's Story

When Alexandrena Parker fell pregnant, she expected it to be hard because of her cystic fibrosis. Instead, she conceived easily and felt healthier than ever. This is her honest story of fertility, ...

Pregnancy Sex: Is It Safe, What Changes, and Best Positions

Glowing skin, all-day nausea, and a sex life nobody warned you would change. Here's the honest, judgement-free guide to pregnancy sex: what's safe, what shifts, and how to keep intimacy alive while...

Pregnancy Breakfast Ideas: 3 Easy, Nutrient-Packed Recipes

Good prenatal nutrition can be as simple as throwing a wild mix of good things together. Here are three easy, nutrient-packed breakfast recipes to power your body through conception and pregnancy, ...

What to Expect During a Miscarriage: What Nobody Tells You

We've gotten better at talking about how common miscarriage is. What's still missing is what it's actually like, physically. Nicola shares her story, and the practical things she wishes someone had...