Debate erupts over baby name rights for pregnant mothers
A woman planning for a baby argues mothers deserve a bigger say in naming due to pregnancy's physical toll. The debate on parental naming rights unfolds online. Read the full story.
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Corrie shock as predator Megan discovers pregnancy
Coronation Street's grooming storyline takes a devastating turn as abuser Megan Walsh discovers she's pregnant, with teenager Will Driscoll potentially the father. Full spoilers.
Maternal Deaths Up 20%, UK Misses Safety Target
Official data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed its 2025 target. Read the full analysis.
Maternal deaths up 20%, 2025 target missed
New data reveals a 20% rise in UK maternal deaths, with stark inequalities persisting. The government has failed to meet its 2025 target. Read the full report and expert analysis.
Ricky Gervais addresses 'psychopath' dying wish saga
Comedian Ricky Gervais explains the strange story behind his request to be fed to London Zoo's lions and how it backfired. His new Netflix special, 'Mortality', is out now.
Pakistani health worker Naushaba Roonjho runs for office
Naushaba Roonjho, a community health worker from Sindh, Pakistan, overcame family opposition to champion polio vaccination and girls' education. Now, she's campaigning for local political office to transform her village. Read her inspiring story.
Free Birth Society Podcasts Linked to Pregnancy Tragedy
An investigation by Guardian journalists reveals how a mother's engagement with the Free Birth Society community in 2018 led to devastating consequences. Listen to the full story.
Why Death Rates Spike Over Christmas and New Year
Official data reveals a sharp rise in deaths during December and January. Experts explain the complex mix of healthcare pressures, festive excess, and cold weather driving this tragic seasonal trend.
Free Birth Society ideology nearly costs mother her life
An investigation reveals how the Free Birth Society's message led one woman to the brink. Discover the risks of unassisted childbirth and the year-long Guardian probe.
Mother's account of home birth in rural France
A mother shares her experience of a planned home birth, supported by professionals, advocating for informed choice and a middle ground between free birthing and hospital intervention.
Scarlett Moffatt opens up about late miscarriage heartbreak
TV star Scarlett Moffatt shares her devastating experience of a late miscarriage after welcoming son Jude. The Strictly winner discusses the 'soul-destroying' loss and her decision to stop trying for more children. Read her emotional story.
Rare Full-Term Ectopic Pregnancy Ends with Healthy Baby
A California ER nurse gave birth to a healthy baby after an 'essentially unheard of' full-term ectopic pregnancy, hidden behind a 22lb cyst. Read this incredible medical story.
Soap Stars Nikki Sanderson & Anthony Quinlan Expecting Baby
Beloved soap actors Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan reveal they are expecting their first child in a festive Instagram video. The baby is due in 2026.
Ellie Goulding's Sweet Bump Update with Beau Minniear
Ellie Goulding reveals her growing baby bump in a TikTok video with boyfriend Beau Minniear, sparking excitement among fans. The couple confirmed their relationship in September.
Lab-grown womb lining implanted with human embryos
Cambridge researchers create a replica human womb lining, successfully implanting early-stage embryos. This breakthrough could transform our understanding of early pregnancy and miscarriage.
Women and Babies Targeted in Global Conflict Zones
A Guardian investigation reveals a harrowing global pattern of attacks on maternity services in war zones, endangering mothers and newborns. Read the full report on this critical breach of human rights.
Free Birth Society ideology nearly costs woman her life
An investigation by The Guardian reveals how the Free Birth Society's message of rejecting medical care endangered pregnant women. Listen to the full podcast series for the shocking details.
Festive Food & Drink Guide for Pregnant Women
Navigating Christmas while pregnant? Discover expert-approved, delicious alternatives to champagne, oysters, pâté and more for a joyful, safe festive feast. Get inspired for a merry (and mindful) celebration.
The Agony of Hyperemesis Gravidarum in Pregnancy
A powerful podcast revisits the severe reality of hyperemesis gravidarum, far beyond 'morning sickness', and explores new hope for sufferers. Listen to the 2025 audio long read.
Paloma Faith hospitalised with flu during pregnancy
Singer Paloma Faith shares her hospitalisation for flu while pregnant at 44, opening up about her fears and past fertility struggles. Read her full story here.
False 'Aryan' Pregnancy Tourism Rumour in Ladakh Villages
For decades, a bizarre rumour claimed European women visited remote Ladakhi villages seeking 'pure Aryan' babies. We uncover the imported myth's impact on the Brokpa people and their fight to reclaim their true identity.
Stylist's secrets for hiding celebrity baby bumps
Top stylist Ellis Ranson shares the fashion strategies used by stars like Kate Ferdinand and Dani Dyer to keep pregnancies under wraps. Discover the failsafe outfits and colour palettes that work.
Get Sienna Miller's £26 Pregnancy Glow at British Fashion Awards
Discover the exact Charlotte Tilbury products Sienna Miller used for her radiant red carpet look at the British Fashion Awards 2025. Get her flawless, glowing makeup for less.
Naima Green exhibition explores pregnancy and family concepts
Artist Naima Green's solo show at New York's ICP uses striking photography to challenge expectations of motherhood and family. Explore the powerful visuals and concepts.
Ellie Goulding reveals pregnancy at 2025 Fashion Awards
Singer Ellie Goulding reveals her second pregnancy with boyfriend Beau Minniear on the Fashion Awards red carpet. Get all the details on her announcement and relationship timeline.
Sands Christmas Film Addresses Baby Loss Taboo
Sands UK releases powerful Christmas film 'I'll never forget you' addressing baby loss, offering comfort and community support during the festive season. Watch now.
Artist's Paintings Explore Pregnancy Loss and Joy
Artist Tom de Freston's powerful exhibition 'Poíēsis' features nude portraits of his wife processing seven pregnancy losses and their daughter's birth. Discover how art helped them navigate grief.
Fame cuts singers' lives by 5 years, study finds
Groundbreaking research reveals famous singers die 4.6 years younger than lesser-known peers. Discover why fame itself, not lifestyle, is the toxic factor. Read the shocking findings.
Wheelbarrow sex position: Does it aid conception?
Martin Kemp's I'm a Celebrity reveal sparks debate. Experts weigh in on whether sex positions like the wheelbarrow actually increase pregnancy chances or if it's just a myth.
NHS directed pregnant women to controversial Free Birth Society
Exclusive: NHS websites directed women to a factsheet promoting the Free Birth Society, linked to baby deaths. Discover the full investigation into this shocking breach of trust.
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