How We Develop and Review Our Articles at the Bump
As a new or expectant parent, you know that the learning curve is steep and the consequences of every decision can feel heavy. It’s a lot to manage on your own—and that’s where we come in. Whether you find us on the web, via our app, on social media or by newsletter, The Bump strives to be your go-to guide for all things pregnancy and parenting. We’re committed to being the ultimate resource—an encouraging and knowledgeable friend you can turn to in times of celebration and moments of concern, and we take our duty to inform and educate seriously. After all, you’re coming to us during a vulnerable stage of life, and we want to be a reliable and trustworthy source of information and inspiration. So how do we develop and review our articles to ensure you’re getting the most accurate and current advice available? Let’s break it down.
It starts with a question—a problem that needs solving:
“I just got a positive pregnancy test—what’s the first thing I should do?”
“Are these real contractions or Braxton Hicks?”
“What should I do when baby has a fever?”
We know what keeps you up at night, and we’re happy to help put your mind at ease with vetted answers—and a hearty dose of relatability.
Journalistic integrity is at the heart of everything we publish on The Bump. Our professional writers conduct extensive research into each article topic and gather health and safety information from peer-reviewed medical journals, highly regarded academic and government institutions, reputable hospitals and accredited organizations, as well as directly from leading, board-certified doctors and other area professionals that they interview first-hand. We want you to feel confident knowing that you’re getting updated facts and counsel from actual experts with relevant credentials and sterling reputations.
We take just as much care in developing our product reviews and recommendations. To help you figure out what to look for when shopping and which products might best suit your specific needs, our articles combine exhaustive market research with expert health and safety guidance and in-depth feedback from our product testers and community of new and expectant parents. You can read more about our approach to commerce content here.
Articles on The Bump see their way through a multistep review process. Before being set live for you to read, they’re carefully edited and then top edited by senior staff editors to make sure the content reflects today’s leading advice as well as The Bump voice and brand stances. We make sure that each organization, study and third-party article we highlight is vetted and reputable. We cite well-known professional organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and peer-reviewed journals, and we ensure all information is both accurate and up-to-date.
Next, our reported articles are scrutinized by a professional fact-checker, who takes the time to confirm all information and make sure featured experts are accurately quoted and cited. Then, the articles are reviewed by a doctor or medical professional to ensure the information aligns with current standards of practice. And since we know that fertility, pregnancy and parenting information is ever-changing, we review, revise and update content frequently to reflect evolving recommendations and guidelines.
Considering using a baby name you found on The Bump? Rest assured that our passionate etymology-loving baby-name writers and internal fact checkers review our descriptions, cross-checking reputable online sources and print books to ensure that spelling, origin and meaning are accurate.
Transparency is key, so you can see the medical reviewer and fact checker for each article, read bios for quoted experts and check out a full list of sources used.
We’re here for you through this rollercoaster ride. Whether you’re looking for an inclusive community to turn to while struggling to conceive, in the throes of a harrowing pregnancy or up in the wee hours scrolling articles with a crying baby in your arms, we want to empower you with the information and support you need to make the best choices for you and your family.
Real parents and parents-to-be are at the heart of each article. We tap our social media and forum community—as well as our own real-parent editors—for their unique perspectives and honest opinions. We want you to hear directly from experts, professionals and caregivers who are learning and growing each day, just like you.
By partnering with parents and parents-to-be as well as expert contributors, The Bump shares unique stories and diverse voices with the goal of shedding light on the real life ups and downs of this journey. Thanks for letting us play a part in yours.
We want to hear from you! Please share your thoughts and feedback with us at editorial@thebump.com.
Please note: The Bump and the materials and information it contains are not intended to, and do not constitute, medical or other health advice or diagnosis and should not be used as such. You should always consult with a qualified physician or health professional about your specific circumstances.
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