Mother Vera Review: A Heart-Wrenching Masterpiece
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.
Category : Search result: Maternal Mental Health
NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
New Mother Dies from Sepsis After Hospital Birth
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.
53M Americans' lifestyle risks causing birth defect crisis
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.
The Invisible Labour Crisis Facing UK Mothers
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.
UK woman, 44, has baby after groundbreaking IVF treatment
A 44-year-old British woman becomes one of the oldest in the UK to give birth following a groundbreaking IVF treatment using her own eggs, offering new hope for women struggling with fertility later in life.
Trump Aid Cuts Linked to Soaring Maternal Deaths in Africa
New research exposes the devastating impact of Trump-era aid cuts, linking the expanded 'Mexico City Policy' to a dramatic 31% increase in maternal mortality across sub-Saharan African nations reliant on US health funding.
Botswana's New Health Crisis Threatens Population Survival
Botswana, a former HIV success story, faces a devastating new health emergency threatening to reverse decades of progress and push its population towards extinction.
Husband's Agony After Wife's Tragic Death Following Birth
In a heart-wrenching exclusive, the husband of Lucy Connolly breaks his silence after her tragic death following a caesarean section at a UK hospital, raising serious questions about NHS maternity care.
Mum's suicide after NHS mental health care failings revealed
Exclusive: The heartbroken family of Danielle Greaney, 33, speak out after she took her own life following what they describe as catastrophic failings in her mental health care. The mother-of-two's tragic final days are detailed in a damning coroner's rep
NHS Maternity 'Crisis' Causing Trauma and Deaths - MPs
A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.
Severe morning sickness linked to higher cancer risk
New research reveals a startling connection between extreme pregnancy nausea and an increased likelihood of cancer later in life. Experts weigh in on the findings and what they mean for mothers.
Sarah Vaughan reveals maternal OCD battle
Award-winning novelist Sarah Vaughan opens up about her hidden struggle with maternal OCD, a debilitating mental health condition affecting new mothers, and how she overcame her darkest fears.
Mother's grief over daughter lost to mental illness
A grieving mother shares her devastating story of losing her daughter to mental illness, highlighting the urgent need for better mental health support.
Trump aid cuts tied to rising maternal deaths in Ethiopia
New research highlights how US funding cuts under Trump's 'global gag rule' led to increased maternal mortality in Ethiopia, with women's health services severely impacted.
Teen's tragic death after fatigue warning shocks nation
A grieving mother shares her daughter's final words before a sudden cardiac arrest, urging others to recognise hidden health dangers.
UK maternal deaths reach 20-year high
A shocking report reveals maternal deaths in the UK have surged to levels not seen in 20 years, with stark disparities affecting Black and Asian women disproportionately.
Placenta Pills: Help or Hype for New Mothers?
New mothers are turning to placenta pills for post-birth recovery, but experts warn of potential risks. Discover the science behind this polarising practice.
Labour warns of rising maternal deaths in UK
Labour highlights alarming rise in maternal deaths during childbirth, urging immediate NHS action to improve maternity care and reduce preventable fatalities.
Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Beyond Morning Sickness
Hyperemesis gravidarum, often dismissed as 'morning sickness,' is a severe pregnancy condition causing relentless nausea and vomiting. Learn why medical recognition and support are crucial.
Pesticide Danger to Pregnancies Exposed
Experts warn that pesticide exposure poses serious risks to pregnant women and unborn babies. Urgent policy changes are needed to safeguard maternal health.
A mother's journey through birth and profound loss
A poignant exploration of grief and resilience as a mother shares her deeply personal experience of childbirth intertwined with profound loss.
UK aid cuts linked to rising maternal deaths in Africa
Reductions in UK foreign aid are having devastating consequences, with maternal mortality rates soaring in Africa due to slashed health budgets. Experts warn of a looming humanitarian crisis.
Black Women Face 5x Higher Maternal Death Risk in UK
Black women in the UK are five times more likely to die in childbirth than white women. Systemic racism in the NHS is putting lives at risk—urgent reform is needed.
Half of Black women ignored during UK childbirth
A new report highlights systemic failures in UK maternity care, with 50% of Black women raising concerns during labour not receiving adequate support.
UK maternal deaths rise sharply despite fewer births
Official figures reveal an alarming increase in maternal deaths across the UK, even as birth rates decline. Experts warn of systemic failures in maternity care.
Mother saved from sepsis by partner's CPR after childbirth
A mother who nearly died from sepsis after childbirth recounts her miraculous survival after her partner's quick-thinking CPR saved her life.
Mum almost dies in childbirth - partner saves her
A mother shares her harrowing near-death experience during childbirth, revealing how her partner had to perform CPR to save her life.
Pesticide mixtures raise pregnancy complication risks
Exposure to a mixture of pesticides during pregnancy may increase the risk of complications, according to groundbreaking research. Learn how these chemicals impact maternal and fetal health.
12-year-old dies after giving birth in Peru
A 12-year-old girl in Peru has tragically passed away after giving birth, sparking outrage and renewed calls for better protections for young girls.
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