Travis Barker speaks out about wife Kourtney Kardashian’s ‘life-threatening’ surgery ‘I want to say thank you for all the support,’ musician says The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023
Kourtney Kardashian reveals urgent surgery to save life of unborn baby Reality star is currently expecting her fourth child, first with husband Travis Barker The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023
Florida initiative to prohibit abortion restrictions qualifies for state supreme court review Floridians Protecting Freedom, sponsors of an initiative that would prohibit restrictions on abortions before fetal viability, have submitted 297,586 valid signatures as of Sept. 1, qualifying the proposal for a review by the state supreme court. Ballotpedia · Sep 6, 2023
Kourtney Kardashian was briefly hospitalised amid pregnancy, according to reports Kardashian is expecting her first child with Travis Barker The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2023
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 · Sep 5, 2023
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… The Conversation · Sep 5, 2023
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 · Sep 5, 2023
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 · Sep 4, 2023
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 · Sep 2, 2023
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. WEKU · Sep 2, 2023
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 · Aug 31, 2023
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 · Aug 31, 2023
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 · Aug 31, 2023
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 · Aug 30, 2023
The Conversation · Aug 30, 2023 '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 Texas Tribune · Aug 29, 2023 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 Independent UK · Aug 29, 2023 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
The Guardian - AU · Aug 29, 2023 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 · Aug 29, 2023 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 · Aug 28, 2023 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 · Aug 28, 2023 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.
The Conversation · Aug 28, 2023 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 · Aug 28, 2023 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 · Aug 27, 2023 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 · Aug 25, 2023 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