Having a Baby

Having a baby? Here are local resources and plenty of advice.

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Babies: Maternity Clothes

Where to buy maternity clothes that look as good as they feel. more

Babies: Advice

When you're expecting, everyone wants to give you advice. Here's help you can trust. more

Babies: Popular Baby Names

Sarah is a popular baby name, but so are Aaliyah, Rain, and Heaven. more

Babies: Support for New Mothers

Need support during labor? Advice on breastfeeding? Try these local resources. more

Babies: Local Hospitals, Midwives, Childbirth Classes, Gene Testing

Pregnant women in Washington tend to be older, more informed, and more assertive. Here's what to know about local resources. more

“Why Can’t They Fix It?” Saving My Little Brother

Peter has had cystic fibrosis his whole life. He’s 28, and there’s still no cure. As his big sister, I want to help him fight it. more

Can DC’s New Digital News Operations Replace the Once-Great Newspaper Bureaus?

Gone are the robust bureaus for the Los Angeles Times, Newhouse News, and other once-healthy news organizations. Digital media bureaus now are taking their places with as many reporters and plenty of swagger. more

Turkey to Go: Where to Buy Take-Out Thanksgiving Dinners

Worried about how you’re going to pull that Thanksgiving meal together by November 26? Luckily, there’s lots of ways to get a takeout turkey-day dinner so you don’t have to lift a finger in the kitchen. When ordering a turkey, keep in mind that a ten-to-12 pound turkey will feed four to six people. more