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                    <title><![CDATA[Yes, Some Women Actually Crave Dirt When Pregnant. Here's Why]]></title>
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                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Sam Schroeder)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Some pregnant women actually crave dirt, but is it safe to eat? Learn what these unusual cravings may mean and what expectant moms should know.]]></description>

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                    <title><![CDATA[Are Dollar Tree Pregnancy Tests Accurate?]]></title>
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                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Katie Leigh Matthews)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Find out whether Dollar Tree pregnancy tests are accurate, how they compare to other tests, and when you should use them for reliable results.]]></description>

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                    <title><![CDATA[What Does It Mean If You Crave Salt While Pregnant?]]></title>
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                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Sydni Ellis)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Drinking water is essential during pregnancy, but so is consuming enough salt. It turns out, salty cravings could signify that your body is missing something.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Drinking water is essential during pregnancy, but so is consuming enough salt. It turns out, salty cravings could signify that your body is missing something.<p><img src="https://www.mom.com/img/gallery/what-does-it-mean-if-you-crave-salt-while-pregnant/intro-1786383930.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[10 Fruits That Help Keep Blood Sugar Steady During Pregnancy]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Crystal Antonace)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Pregnancy has a tendency to throw off blood sugar, and eating balanced meals can be hard. But adding a few of these fruits to your diet might be all you need.]]></description>

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                    <title><![CDATA[How Soon After Giving Birth Can You Take A Bath?]]></title>
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                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Crystal Antonace)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Find out how soon you can safely take a bath after giving birth, including expert guidance for vaginal deliveries and C sections, plus tips for healing.]]></description>

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                    <title><![CDATA[Here's How Early You Can Take A Pregnancy Test — And Get Results You Can Trust]]></title>
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                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Katie Leigh Matthews)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Learn how early you can take a pregnancy test, when results are most reliable, and how to avoid testing too soon for the best possible accuracy.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Learn how early you can take a pregnancy test, when results are most reliable, and how to avoid testing too soon for the best possible accuracy.<p><img src="https://www.mom.com/img/gallery/heres-how-early-you-can-take-a-pregnancy-test-and-get-results-you-can-trust/intro-1786039195.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Pregnant In Your 40s? These 6 Celebrities Have Embraced It]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:14:23 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Sydni Ellis)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[More women than ever are embracing getting pregnant in their 40s, including celebrities like Sienna Miller, Anne Hathaway, and Natalie Portman.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[More women than ever are embracing getting pregnant in their 40s, including celebrities like Sienna Miller, Anne Hathaway, and Natalie Portman.<p><img src="https://www.mom.com/img/gallery/motherhood-in-40s-celebrities/intro-1786365799.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[More Protein-Rich Than Eggs: 6 Foods Worth Eating During Pregnancy]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:20:24 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Ashley Chalmers)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[You don&#39;t have to eat eggs during pregnancy, as foods like chickpeas, salmon, lentils, and even beef jerky can pack the high-protein punch you need. ]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You don&#39;t have to eat eggs during pregnancy, as foods like chickpeas, salmon, lentils, and even beef jerky can pack the high-protein punch you need. <p><img src="https://www.mom.com/img/gallery/more-protein-rich-than-eggs-foods-to-eat-for-healthy-pregnancy/intro-1786326891.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Beyond Eggs And Yogurt: 6 High-Protein Snacks To Reduce Morning Sickness]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:20:11 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Ashley Chalmers)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Morning sickness can hit whenever, and with pregnancy cravings and aversions, this can be a nightmare. To combat nausea, keep these high-protein snacks on hand.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Morning sickness can hit whenever, and with pregnancy cravings and aversions, this can be a nightmare. To combat nausea, keep these high-protein snacks on hand.<p><img src="https://www.mom.com/img/gallery/high-protein-snacks-to-reduce-morning-sickness/intro-1786135165.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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                    <title><![CDATA[10 Best Movies And TV Shows About Pregnancy]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:34:40 +0000</pubDate>
                                            <author>staff@mom.com (Sam Schroeder)</author>
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                                            <description><![CDATA[Pregnancy is the perfect time to watch TV. If you&#39;re looking for maximum entertainment, as well as some empathy, these movies and TV shows are the way to go.]]></description>

                                                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pregnancy is the perfect time to watch TV. If you&#39;re looking for maximum entertainment, as well as some empathy, these movies and TV shows are the way to go.<p><img src="https://www.mom.com/img/gallery/best-movies-tv-shows-about-pregnancy/intro-1786327377.jpg" /></p>]]></content:encoded>
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