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fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

I should have been bonding with my new baby instead I was fighting for my life'

The Independent provides crucial reporting on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
#pregnancy
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

Medicine
fromBon Appetit
2 months ago

A Forgiving Dinner That'll Get You Back Into Cooking

Pregnancy turned cooking from joy to aversion, causing intense nausea, cravings, and gestational diabetes, prompting reliance on simple, nourishing, vegetable-forward meals.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

"I Was Told It Was Normal": 17 "Ugly," Dark Realities Of Pregnancy That Most People Don't Know

Pregnancy and postpartum can cause extreme fatigue, severe mood swings, urinary incontinence, and prolonged physical and emotional recovery that are often underreported.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

When Pregnancy Meets Body Commentary

Pregnant individuals should prioritize their personal experience and set boundaries against unsolicited comments and touch regarding their bodies.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trying to conceive? Welcome to the worry-filled world of trimester zero'

Pregnancy involves uncertainty, with many couples facing challenges in conception and complications, but preparation during 'trimester zero' can improve outcomes.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

"I Was Told It Was Normal": 17 "Ugly," Dark Realities Of Pregnancy That Most People Don't Know

fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

A busy dietitian, who strength-trains during her son's naps, shares how she gets protein in every meal

I just make protein a priority. I try to get it in every meal and every snack. Research suggests these amounts are best for staying full and supporting muscle health.
Silicon Valley food
Health
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

A healthy pregnancy doesn't depend solely on the woman: why the father's health is crucial for child development

Father's health and behaviors significantly impact pregnancy outcomes and child development, challenging the traditional focus solely on the mother.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Can Breastfeeding Reduce the Risk for Postpartum Depression?

Postpartum depression and breastfeeding have a complex relationship, with unmet breastfeeding expectations increasing the risk of maternal depression.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Following California's lead, more states consider requiring folic acid in corn tortillas

California mandates folic acid in corn masa flour to reduce neural tube defects in Latino infants.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Yep, a mom's COVID shot during pregnancy protects her baby, a large study finds

COVID vaccination during pregnancy protects newborns against COVID-19 and does not increase the risk of other infections.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'I shampooed with raw egg to try and get pregnant'

Barbora Gray launched She Thrives to provide accurate women's health information and combat misinformation on social media.
#postpartum-psychosis
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

I spent five months in a mother and baby mental health unit - here's what I want mums to know

Sofii Lewis's experience in a mother and baby mental health unit highlights the critical support available for postpartum psychosis.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

I spent five months in a mother and baby mental health unit - here's what I want mums to know

Sofii Lewis's experience in a mother and baby mental health unit highlights the critical support available for postpartum psychosis.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

We Have 3-Month-Old Twins. I Can't Believe What My Husband Just Volunteered Us for.

Hosting Easter with newborn twins is overwhelming; consider alternative plans for a peaceful holiday.
fromDaily Mom magazine
1 month ago

How To Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant: A Guide For Work Pregnancy Announcements

The Pregnancy Discrimination Act protects pregnant employees from workplace discrimination based on your pregnancy. Additionally, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act requires your employer to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related conditions. For maternity leave, the Family and Medical Leave Act (federal law) entitles eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave following childbirth if you've worked at your company for at least a year.
Careers
Parenting
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago

Infertility path from the perspective of mother and child

Infertility and IVF present complex challenges in the journey to parenthood, often contrasting the perception of a straightforward process.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When to Announce Your Pregnancy: What the Research Says

Pregnancy announcement timing involves balancing medical risk, emotional support needs, workplace discrimination concerns, and personal authenticity without a universally correct approach.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Husband Is Treating My Pregnancy Like a Science Experiment. He Needs to Stop.

A husband's excessive focus on pregnancy perfection can be addressed through evidence-based resources and setting boundaries on information sharing.
Public health
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Why Is Maternity Care Failing Women?

UK maternity care faces critical safety failures, with Louise Thompson campaigning for improvements after nearly dying during childbirth and developing PTSD from complications.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Under-fire maternity services still need to improve

While noting women 'were treated with kindness and compassion', a 'requires improvement' rating was given. Inspectors said hospital management 'did not always support staff well-being' and 'were not always visible within the service and were sometimes perceived as unsupportive'. Staff reported they were confident to report incidents, however, were not always assured action would be taken.
Healthcare
Wellness
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Why Are Some Women Training for Pregnancy Like It's a Marathon?

A woman undertook extensive lifestyle and household changes, followed fertility influencers, and pursued extra testing to optimize fertility and reduce exposure to reproductive toxins.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Pregnant women shed grey matter to help with motherhood, study seen by BBC suggests

Pregnancy reduces grey matter in the brain by nearly 5% on average, representing beneficial neurological rewiring that enhances maternal bonding and caregiving capabilities rather than cognitive decline.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Newborn baby dies after mum not woken for heart rate check

Hospital failure to perform required observations and delayed emergency Caesarean led to newborn Sonny Taylor suffering severe brain injury and dying three days later.
Real estate
fromIndependent
2 months ago

My favourite room: 'Trying to get pregnant can be scary but it doesn't need to be' - inside the family home of fertility nutritionist Amy Swan

Amy Swan overcame fertility fears, now has two children, launched a new career, and created a family home featuring Battersea Power Station artwork.
Mental health
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Beyond the Clinic: Practical Support for New and Expecting Moms - Social Media Explorer

Prenatal care must address mental health and emotional resilience alongside medical monitoring, with peer support and practical community resources essential for maternal wellness.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Midwives didn't listen' says premature baby's mum

I attended A&E multiple times complaining of pain, tachycardia (increased heart rate), sickness - I couldn't keep anything down... but they didn't listen. Angel-Kay Mason fell pregnant with her daughter in June 2022 aged 19. Due to a family history of complex pregnancies, she says she was deemed to be high-risk but says she was not referred to a consultant and did not receive any extra scans.
Healthcare
Medicine
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Postpartum Mobility: How Long After C Section Can You Drive Without Risk?

Wait at least two to six weeks after a C-section before driving; ensure pain-free movement, ability to perform emergency reactions, and physician clearance.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why an all-foods-fit approach to nutrition is better than dieting, according to a dietitian

Diet culture norms have led to a multibillion-dollar industry promoting diets that each come with their own set of rules, with each claiming it's the only way to be healthy or lose weight. When access to nutrition information is at an all-time high online, people are often left digging through conflicting information when trying to figure out what to eat or what a healthy diet look likes.
Health
Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

"What A World To Bring A Child Into": 23 Women Who Realized They Never Want To Become Pregnant

Some people feel visceral disgust toward pregnancy and childbirth, finding the idea of something moving inside their body profoundly repulsive and nausea-inducing.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

People Love to Help Feed My Baby-Until They Find Out What's in the Bottle

Parents using expressed breast milk for bottle feeding should not feel obligated to disclose contents to helpers or provide formula as an alternative.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The 'fantastic' baby bundles not every mum will get

Targeted baby bundles with essential supplies will be delivered to expectant families in deprived Welsh areas, but many struggling families outside eligibility risk missing out.
Medicine
fromDaily Mom magazine
2 months ago

Micro Needling While Pregnant: Treatments Are Pregnancy Safe

Microneedling can improve skin texture and reduce scarring, but pregnancy introduces safety concerns that warrant postponement or safer alternatives.
#perinatal-mental-health
Public health
fromAxios
1 month ago

More pregnant Americans are skipping prenatal care, CDC finds

First-trimester prenatal care in the U.S. declined to 75.5% in 2024, with late or no care increasing to 7.3% nationally, affecting all age groups and most racial and ethnic populations.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

It's a dangerous complication of pregnancy but a new drug holds promise

Preeclampsia during pregnancy can endanger both mother and baby, requiring specialized care and monitoring to manage high blood pressure and complications.
#breastfeeding
Public health
fromNature
2 months ago

Is paracetamol in pregnancy a risk factor for ADHD?

Prenatal paracetamol (acetaminophen) exposure is associated with increased risks of ADHD and other neurodevelopmental disorders in children, and usage during pregnancy is widespread.
Medicine
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

After a High-Risk Pregnancy, Mom Names Her Child After the Nurse 'God Placed' in Her Life

A perinatal nurse navigator provides continuous compassionate advocacy and emotional support to high-risk pregnant patients, guiding them through medical and personal crises.
Public health
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Hospital Shares Photo of Record-Setting Big Baby

A 13-pound baby boy born at Cayuga Medical Center set a hospital record as the largest baby ever delivered there, while another 4-pound baby was born the same day, demonstrating the wide range of healthy birth sizes.
Public health
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

A quiet change in everyday foods could save thousands of lives

Reducing sodium in packaged and prepared foods can prevent tens of thousands of heart attacks, strokes, and premature deaths.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

These Are The 25 Newborn Essentials That Are *Actually* Essential

Practical shopping recommendations for newborn essentials—strollers, bouncers, bottles, and a reliable highchair—rooted in experience raising two young children.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

If You're Having A Baby Soon, Here Are The 25 Newborn Products That I Couldn't Live Without

Versatile stylish diaper tote with stroller straps, insulated pockets, removable organizer, convertible trolley sleeve, many pockets; five colors and mini size, $220.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

27 Essentials You'll Need When It's Finally Time To Start Giving Your Baby Real People Food

This stainless-steel bowl is a game changer! It's incredibly durable, so I know it will last for a long time. The silicone suction base is a fantastic feature it keeps the bowl securely in place on the table, preventing any accidental spills. It's definitely a must-have for anyone with little ones. Highly recommend!
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