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Kourtney Kardashian was briefly hospitalised amid pregnancy, according to reports

Kardashian is expecting her first child with Travis Barker

The Independent UK

These women were told their babies would not survive – but Catholic-run public hospitals refused to provide abortions

Both Jennifer and Amy were devastated when their wanted pregnancies were deemed unviable, but they were forced to go elsewhere when Australia’s Catholic-run public hospitals would not terminate

The Guardian - AU

How to recover from childbirth – an expert guide

After all the physical changes during pregnancy and following childbirth, many women are left wondering how to get active again and where to begin. Of course, activity after childbirth is an individual journey with multiple things to consider – and one of the first considerations may not be what you…

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More than 6,000 women told us what they wanted for their next pregnancy and birth. Here's what they said

Many women want a different kind of pregnancy and birth the next time around. Many want to see the same one or two midwives throughout, and want to choose where they give birth. And when the time comes, they want a vaginal birth, with less intervention.

The Conversation

Grand reception awaits Dasara jumbos at Mysuru palace on September 5

Grand reception for nine Dasara elephants at Mysuru Palace on Sept. 5. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa to greet jumbos. Four elephants participating for first time, pregnancy test conducted. 750-kg golden howdah to be carried by Abhimanyu. Grand reception for nine Dasara elephants at Mysuru Palace on Sept. 5. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa…

The Hindu

Ohio votes on abortion rights this fall. Misinformation about the proposal is already spreading

A ballot measure in Ohio that would guarantee access to abortion rights is fueling misleading claims about how the proposal could influence abortion care, gender-related health care and parental consent in the state

The Independent UK

These Rwandan women were sent to jail for having an abortion. Now free, they speak out

They were sentenced for up to 10 years for violating anti-abortion laws. Some say their pregnancy was a result of rape. Rwanda has now liberalized its abortion laws and pardoned hundreds of the women.

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Women who undergo infertility treatment have a higher risk of stroke, finds study

In what it is said to be the largest of its kind study, a revelation has been made about infertility treatment and the risk of a serious disease called stroke in women.

The Times of India

Zuranolone for postpartum depression: Hope, hype or both?

While mothers with postpartum depression have always faced barriers accessing the care they need, things have been particularly bad since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Conversation

Emergency contraception: here’s what you probably don’t know but should

Things don’t always go to plan when it comes to sex. Sometimes condoms break (or are even forgotten altogether) and daily contraceptive pills can be missed. Whatever the reason, if you need to prevent an unplanned pregnancy you might decide to use emergency contraception.

The Conversation

Abortion anecdote from DeSantis at GOP debate is more complex than he made it sound

During last week's Republican presidential debate, Florida Gov_ Ron DeSantis dodged a question about a federal abortion ban by telling a story about a woman he knew who he claimed survived despite “multiple abortion attempts.”

The Independent UK

'Motherhood is hard': young, HIV-positive mums in South Africa open up about regret and anger

For any woman, pregnancy and giving birth are major life-changing experiences. Becoming a mother brings with it a range of emotions and, in many African cultures, positive emotions are centred when talking about motherhood.

The Conversation

Dangers and deaths around Black pregnancies in Texas seen as a “completely preventable” health crisis

Despite a vast array of health resources, Black infants in Harris County are about twice as likely to die before their first birthday as those from other racial groups.

The Texas Tribune

Jessie James Decker reveals she’s had ‘issues’ with breast implants during pregnancy with fourth baby

Singer is currently expecting her fourth child with husband Eric Decker

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The Guardian - AU

New mothers are good enough – we just need to say so

We’re often labelled with derogatory language that prompts us to question our growing, birthing and mothering abilities

Salon

RSV vaccine major step for infant health

Abrysvo was also approved by the FDA in May 2023 to prevent RSV illness in adults 60 years and older

The Hindu

U.S. Open filled with players making comebacks from retirement, pregnancy or injury

New York tennis stars have a long history of comebacks, inspiring hope for Serena Williams' return. Several players have returned after injury or retirement, such as Tomljanovic, Brady, Raonic, Wozniacki, Strycova, and Svitolina. While some are open to the idea of returning, Isner is done after the US Open.

LiveScience

New blood test could make preeclampsia easier to predict, early study suggests

A blood test looks at "chemical tags" on top of DNA to predict how likely a person is to develop preeclampsia.

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FDA's greenlighting of maternal RSV vaccine represents a major step forward in protecting young babies against the virus

With the Food and Drug Administration’s Aug. 21, 2023, approval of the first vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, for use during late pregnancy, the U.S. will soon have a major new tool at its disposal to protect infants against the highly contagious virus.

The Guardian - US

Texas carves out narrow exception to abortion ban in new Republican strategy

Law allows for termination if patient’s water breaks too early or in cases of ectopic pregnancy, but critics say it is not enough

The Guardian - AU

Having bipolar made my pregnancy ‘high risk’. But all mothers deserve an elevated level of care

Pregnancy comes with mental health risk for all women. And so many of us downplay our own needs and wants once a baby is on the scene

The Guardian - UK

Woman who had child after womb transplant calls for wider availability

Peyton Meave, whose daughter is now four, welcomes UK first and hopes more women given option

Al Jazeera

In Rwanda, teenage pregnancies are rising. The cost is high, analysts say

Previous efforts to combat teen pregnancies were met with success in Rwanda, but that progress has now stagnated.

The Independent UK

South Carolina abortion ban with unclear 'fetal heartbeat' definition creates confusion, doctors say

The South Carolina Supreme Court upheld a ban on most abortions this week but left undecided the question of when, exactly, the “fetal heartbeat” limit begins during pregnancy

Evening Standard

Roofer who murdered pregnant girlfriend with scissors jailed for life

Liam Taylor was upset about Ailish Walsh’s latest pregnancy because he had two girls and wanted a boy

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