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A critically-endangered Roloway monkey became the first of her species to undergo surgery in captivity, then weeks later gave birth to a baby that brings vital hope to her species. Only a few hundred of these primates remain in the wild.
After years of steep population drops, Japan's birth rate decline has slowed dramatically. Even better, births among women in their thirties are actually rising for the first time in years.
Researchers captured the rarest of ocean moments: a sperm whale giving birth while her pod rallied around to help. The footage reveals whales cooperate during births just like primates do.
A culturally focused health program in Australia is helping Indigenous mothers give birth to healthier babies through personalized support and care. The Birthing on Country initiative keeps families together and communities strong during one of life's most important moments.
After eight years of research, scientists have discovered that same-sex behavior in primates isn't a puzzle to solve but a survival advantage that helps animals thrive in harsh environments and complex societies. The groundbreaking study analyzed 491 primate species and found this natural behavior strengthens social bonds that keep animals safe and help them succeed.
Scientists in Pakistan discovered a single bacteria that can predict premature birth risk in pregnant women. The breakthrough could help save countless newborns in a country where premature birth is a leading cause of infant death.
A massive US study tracking over 11 million births across two decades finds no link between fluoridated drinking water and birth weight, putting to rest safety concerns for pregnant women. The research offers reassurance about one of America's most widespread public health practices.
Scientists found fossils of our earliest known primate ancestor in Colorado, hundreds of miles farther south than ever recorded. The discovery reveals that ancient primates spread across North America much faster than scientists thought possible after the dinosaurs vanished.
A vulnerable stump-tailed macaque gave birth at Meghalaya State Zoo, the first successful breeding of this threatened species at the facility. The milestone shows how modern zoo management can help protect animals facing extinction.
A viral video showed a father drinking water while his partner gave birth, sparking harsh criticism online. A labor and delivery nurse revealed the truth behind the moment that changed everything.
A viral video showed a father-to-be sitting and drinking water while his partner gave birth, sparking outrage online. A labor and delivery nurse explained why this moment actually showed he was a caring partner, not a careless one.
South Australian pregnant women will get free omega-3 blood tests starting June 1, a world-first program that could prevent early births for one in six mothers. Twenty years of research proved low omega-3 levels directly increase preterm birth risk.
For the first time ever, researchers captured sperm whales helping a mother give birth and supporting her newborn calf in a remarkable display of cooperation. The discovery reveals behavior dating back 36 million years that only whales and primates share.
For the first time ever, researchers captured footage of sperm whales helping another whale give birth, a behavior previously seen only in primates. The groundbreaking 2023 footage from Dominica reveals these ocean giants have more in common with humans than we thought.
Scientists discovered minuscule fossils of humanity's earliest-known primate relative in Colorado, filling a crucial gap in our evolutionary story. The breakthrough shows these tiny, tree-dwelling ancestors spread across North America right after dinosaurs vanished 66 million years ago.
Researchers captured the first detailed footage of a sperm whale birth and discovered something remarkable: 11 whales worked together to help deliver and support the newborn, including half who weren't even related to the mother. This rare glimpse into whale society suggests humans aren't the only species where mothers receive help during childbirth.
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Researchers captured the first-ever video of sperm whales working together like midwives to deliver a calf and teach it to breathe. The footage reveals a type of cooperation never seen before outside of primates.
Scientists witnessed something never seen before: a team of female sperm whales working together to help deliver and protect a newborn calf. The discovery reveals emotional intelligence once thought unique to humans and our closest primate relatives.
Nigeria just made it possible for parents to register births and deaths from their phones, ending the need for long trips to government offices. The new digital system went live July 1st across all 36 states.
For thousands of years, women gave birth upright—until 300 years ago when French physicians convinced them to lie down. Now research proves upright positions reduce caesareans, pain, and labour time.
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