The Latest Breaking News from Pregnancy

Asthma attacks worsened by puberty or pregnancy in women, new study reveals

A new report has revealed that asthma is worse among women going through puberty or pregnancy. Here's what you need to know about asthma and how the medical condition affects women

Daily Mirror · May 3, 2022

Heavily pregnant Shauna Coxsey says walking 'riskier' than climbing days before due date

The Olympic sport climber has hit back after criticism for doing the activity during weeks 38 and 39 of her pregnancy

Liverpool Echo · May 3, 2022

What is Roe v Wade, how did it affect US abortion rights and how are laws different in the UK?

The US Supreme Court has overturned the Roe V Wade decision that legalised abortion nationwide, meaning millions of women in the country will lose the legal right to terminate pregnancies.

Evening Standard · May 3, 2022

An expectant mother’s mental wellbeing is essential for the foetus’ development: Labour doula, water birth specialist Sanam Motwani

Pregnancy is the most wonderful phase of a woman's life which glorifies the essence of womanhood. The birth of a child not only brings joy to a mother's life, it bestows on her the biggest responsibility of the world: to raise a good human being.

The Times of India · May 2, 2022

'Breast cancer in pregnancy - who knew this was a thing?!'

Roisin Pelan has set herself a new mission - educating pregnant women and new mums about breast cancer and getting them to do a few simple regular checks

Daily Mirror · May 2, 2022

Emergency contraception marks a new battle line in Texas

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — “Mysterious Dolphin” needed an emergency contraception pill dropped off on a porch outside of town.

Tribune News Service · May 2, 2022

'My mum's criticised for having a baby at 51 but she's never been happier'

A woman has gone viral on TikTok after she posted a video of her 51-year-old mum's pregnancy journey which received comments from people saying that she was "irresponsible" for having a baby at her age

Daily Mirror · May 1, 2022

Emergency contraception battle in Texas

Grassroots organizers are employing stealth tactics to help young women get emergency contraception

Salon · May 1, 2022

Qatar 'covering up women being flogged for adultery cases ahead of World Cup'

Zina laws classify sex and pregnancy outside marriage as a crime and even rape victims can face prosecution, which involves floggings and jail, if a suspect claims sex was consensual

Daily Mirror · Apr 30, 2022

According to one Republican, pregnancy from rape is ‘an opportunity’

Ohio state representative Jean Schmidt said a baby created from rape could grow up to cure cancer – during a debate on abortion, naturally

The Guardian - US · Apr 30, 2022