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A vaccine given during pregnancy is slashing hospital admissions for newborns with dangerous chest infections by more than 80%. The breakthrough is protecting thousands of vulnerable babies from a virus that sends over 20,000 infants to UK hospitals each year.
A massive new study of over 1.5 million children has confirmed that taking Tylenol during pregnancy does not cause autism, offering reassurance to expectant mothers who need safe pain relief. The research contradicts recent claims made without scientific backing.
Actress Aubrey Plaza shared joyful news on the Smartless podcast: she's expecting her first child at 41. The announcement comes as she opens up about her journey through past health challenges and finding hope again.
Seven-time Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix hid her pregnancy and trained in darkness after Nike slashed her pay by 70%, then turned her struggle into a movement that changed maternity protections for athletes worldwide. Her courage sparked policy changes at major brands and inspired her own shoe company built for women.
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A massive Danish study of 1.5 million children brings reassuring news for expectant mothers worried about Tylenol use. The research found no link between taking the common pain reliever during pregnancy and autism in children.
Researchers mapping pregnancy tissues found a completely new type of cell that appears only during gestation. The discovery could help explain pregnancy complications and improve outcomes for mothers and babies.
Researchers mapping pregnancy at the cellular level found a completely new type of cell that appears only when a woman is pregnant. These mystery cells may help explain how the body creates the perfect environment for a growing baby.
Singer Florence Welch is partnering with Planned Parenthood on her current tour, offering fans access to reproductive health resources at concert venues. The collaboration stems from her own life-threatening pregnancy complications and emergency surgery.
England rugby champions Marlie Packer and Rosie Galligan are adding a new teammate to their family. The engaged couple, who won the 2023 Women's Rugby World Cup together, announced they're expecting a baby this October.
When Favour Abatang met a pregnant 12-year-old pushed out of school, she refused to accept it as inevitable. Now her nonprofit is helping teenage mothers across Nigeria return to education and rebuild their futures.
A virtual golf tournament in Barrie brought 33 people together to support families facing pregnancy and infant loss, raising nearly $2,000 for comfort kits. The second annual Bridget's Bunnies event shows how creative fundraising can tackle difficult topics with heart.
A virtual golf tournament in Barrie brought together 33 participants to support families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss, raising nearly $2,000 for comfort kits. Bridget's Bunnies Foundation turned a creative twist on traditional fundraising into real help for grieving families.
A Spanish research team successfully kept a donated human uterus alive outside the body for an entire day using a breakthrough machine they nicknamed "Mother." This achievement could transform fertility treatments and uterus transplants while helping scientists understand the earliest moments of pregnancy.
A virtual golf tournament in Barrie brought together 33 people to support families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss, raising nearly $2,000 in a single day. Bridget's Bunnies Foundation continues expanding its reach with creative fundraising events that bring hope to grieving parents across the province.
New fathers in Sweden show fewer mental health diagnoses during pregnancy and early months after birth, revealing a protective window researchers didn't expect. The finding offers healthcare providers a crucial opportunity to celebrate early wins while preparing better support for the challenges that emerge later.
Ethiopia's Amhara region is transforming maternal and child healthcare through digital tracking systems that ensure no mother or baby slips through the cracks. The nationwide push aims to end preventable deaths during pregnancy and childbirth.
Six Indian mothers spotted problems during pregnancy and parenting, then turned those everyday challenges into successful companies worth millions. Their businesses now help thousands while supporting traditional artisans, working women, and new mothers across India.
Medical experts just released groundbreaking guidance that helps doctors safely treat pregnant cancer patients, ending years of uncertainty. The new guidelines show many treatments can protect both mother and baby.
World Cup-winning captain Zoe Stratford announced she's expecting her first child in September, seven months after leading England's Red Roses to victory on home soil. The 29-year-old joins two other England teammates celebrating pregnancy news this year.
A retrofitted bus is traveling to rural Florida communities, offering free pregnancy care to women who would otherwise drive hours to see a doctor. In its first year, the clinic served nearly 200 women across maternity care deserts.
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