Belly Worship

We want to worship your belly! Several users have already downloaded pics of their beautiful bellies (some are shown above), so hop on the belly bandwagon and add yours to the mix.

Women may complain about their pregnant and postpartum stomachs, but lilsugar is celebrating the stretch marks, thinned skin, love handles, muffin tops, c-section scars — the badges of honor that come with being a mom — with Belly Worship, our theme that pays homage to motherhood.

Share a picture of your bloated or toned, clothed or bare, pregnant or back-in-shape postpartum belly and tell us what you love most about it. To find out how, read more

It seems like there's stationery for any and every occasion — mama calling cards, baby announcements and thank you notes. Now pregnancy announcements have been added to the list.

Instead of picking up the phone and calling everyone or blasting out an email, Tiny Prints gives expectant moms the opportunity to share their exciting news with pregnancy announcement cards.

Mommies–to–be can upload a picture of their ultrasound, their burgeoning belly or use a simple template on one of many pregnancy story cards.

Every mother thinks her child is exceptional, but some end up raising tots that turn into superstars, business moguls and acclaimed athletes.

Inspired by motherhood, author Stephanie Hirsch interviewed many moms of notables for her book. Mother Nurture ($17).

The hardbound collection of short stories include tidbits and tips from the women who raised America's best and brightest — Diane Sawyer, Tony Hawk, Beyonce Knowles, Tim McGraw and numerous others. A far cry from a textbok guide, this is a must read because it's all about the practical aspects of parenting.

To see what some of the women had to say, read more

Once you're a parent, pregnancy becomes all about your child.

Preparing your lil one to become an older sibling is an exciting way to spend the nine months.

Depending on his or her age, the tot may or may not understand the idea of the baby-to-be so consider including the concept in everyday activities.

Abby Cocovini's picture book, What's Inside Your Tummy, Mommy? ($9) is a fitting read. To see why, read more