C-section stigma fuels maternal anxiety crisis
An exclusive investigation reveals how negative attitudes towards caesarean births are creating unnecessary fear and anxiety for expectant mothers across the UK.
An exclusive investigation reveals how negative attitudes towards caesarean births are creating unnecessary fear and anxiety for expectant mothers across the UK.
New research uncovers a compelling link between maternal gastrointestinal issues during pregnancy and increased autism likelihood in offspring, offering fresh insights into early risk factors.
First-time mother Sophie Burch shares her terrifying sepsis ordeal after childbirth, revealing how medical staff dismissed her symptoms as normal anxiety in a story that will shock parents everywhere.
As US states criminalise pregnancy outcomes, women face unprecedented legal threats. This investigative report exposes how reproductive rights are being dismantled state by state.
New research suggests common antidepressant Prozac, taken during pregnancy, could affect fetal brain development, raising crucial questions about maternal mental health treatment.
A South Dakota mother's extraordinary story of survival after her water broke dangerously early at just 26 weeks pregnant with twins, facing immense odds in a race against time to save her babies.
Groundbreaking research exposes how hundreds of American women face criminal charges for pregnancy-related incidents, with devastating consequences for maternal healthcare.
An examination of the dangerous trend of pregnancy scaremongering, from Trump's inflammatory theatre comments to the latest flawed paracetamol and autism study, and its real-world impact on maternal anxiety.
Groundbreaking research from Taiwan shows mothers with gestational diabetes are significantly more likely to have children displaying autism or ADHD symptoms by age 8.
Leading Australian medical bodies issue urgent warning over Donald Trump's baseless assertions about paracetamol, fearing dangerous consequences for maternal and fetal health.
A powerful call to end the judgement of mothers, revealing the extraordinary and often hidden sacrifices made in the daily chaos of parenting.
Exclusive: British hospitals are witnessing a dramatic rise in 'giant babies' weighing over 11lbs at birth, with experts pointing to maternal obesity and gestational diabetes as key factors behind this alarming trend.
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern delivers a powerful address, framing the global crisis in maternal healthcare as a 'hidden genocide' and a critical failure of our time that demands urgent action.
An inquest hears how Charlotte Drake, a new mother battling severe postnatal depression, drowned after her desperate pleas for mental health help went unanswered, sparking calls for a major overhaul of maternal care.
A groundbreaking US scheme in Flint, Michigan, providing unconditional cash to new mothers is delivering stunning results in child development and maternal health. Could this radical policy be the answer to the UK's own child poverty crisis?
Exclusive analysis reveals the complex mix of medical, social, and systemic factors behind the UK's rising C-section rates, moving beyond the 'too posh to push' myth.
New research indicates using frozen embryos in IVF may increase risks of high blood pressure disorders for expectant mothers. Experts urge caution and informed decision-making.
Exclusive: New medical research reveals pregnant women using THC cannabis face significantly higher risks of birth abnormalities and autism spectrum disorders in their children.
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers a shocking connection between Fusobacterium, the dangerous pregnancy condition pre-eclampsia, and increased cancer vulnerability, revolutionising our understanding of maternal health.
The Prince and Princess of Wales will mark International Women's Day with separate high-profile engagements, with Kate visiting a maternal mental health hub and William attending the annual Commonwealth Day service.
Megan Boswell, the Tennessee mother convicted of murdering her own 15-month-old daughter, Evelyn, has been handed a life sentence. The harrowing case, which involved the child's body being hidden in a shed, has concluded with a verdict that offers no chan
Capital FM radio host Aimee Vivian reveals her near-fatal battle with sepsis just weeks after giving birth. A shocking story of a missed infection turning into a life-threatening crisis.
A 22-year-old solo traveller's dream holiday turned into a nightmare after her Airbnb host sent a series of inappropriate and creepy late-night messages, prompting a vital safety warning for all women travelling alone.
As children return to classrooms, experts reveal crucial online safety tips and the vital digital rules parents must enforce to protect kids from cyber threats, screen addiction, and harmful content.
An experienced aeroplane engineer reveals a crucial pre-flight check most passengers ignore, explaining why this simple action could be critical for cabin safety during emergencies.
Local authorities across Britain issue an urgent safety warning following tragic child fatalities linked to small button batteries found in common household items. Learn how to protect your family.
The Guardian's five-star film review of 'Mother Vera' is reimagined, exploring this powerful story of sacrifice, resilience, and a mother's battle against a broken system in austerity Britain.
A grieving family demands answers after a healthy new mother, Krystal Márquez, died from a sepsis infection just days after a routine caesarean section at Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga Hospital, Ontario.
Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.
An urgent call for systemic change in how British society supports mothers, moving beyond empty praise to tangible policies that address the exhausting reality of unpaid care work.