Mother's IVF Journey to Overcome Secondary Infertility
A mother shares her emotional IVF journey through secondary infertility, detailing failed transfers, immune testing, and ultimate success with a pregnancy at 40.
Category : Maternity
Black Mothers Face Neglect in UK Maternity Care
Black women in the UK report inadequate pain relief, dismissal of concerns, and long-term trauma in maternity care, with a new survey highlighting systemic racial disparities.
Black Mothers Report 'Dehumanising' Maternity Care in UK
Black mothers in the UK share harrowing stories of ignored pain, dismissive staff, and racial disparities in maternity care, with government investigations underway.
Secondary Infertility at 40: An IVF Journey
A fertility nutritionist shares her emotional journey through secondary infertility and multiple failed IVF transfers at age 40, culminating in a successful pregnancy.
Secondary Infertility: A Silent Struggle
Secondary infertility, the inability to conceive after having a child, is a growing but often overlooked issue affecting many families in the UK, with emotional and societal impacts.
Gaza Mother's Triple Birth: Sold Jewellery for Pregnancy
A Gaza mother shares her harrowing journey of expecting triplets during war, selling jewellery for expenses, and relying on charity for emergency C-section and survival.
Kelsey Parker: 'Harrowing' Stillbirth Aftercare
Widow Kelsey Parker describes devastating stillbirth aftercare on Sky News, as maternity services face scrutiny amid UK maternal mortality concerns.
42% of New Mothers Report Mental Health Issues
A major European study finds alarming rates of anxiety, depression and burnout among mothers, with career penalties and childcare costs exacerbating the crisis.
LA Maternity Ward Closures Lead to ER Births
As Los Angeles maternity wards close, patients increasingly give birth in emergency rooms, raising concerns over care quality and racial disparities in maternal health outcomes.
Formula Feeding Shame: A Mother's Journey
A mother shares her emotional struggle with formula feeding, facing judgment from friends and healthcare systems while advocating for parental choice and support.
Maternity Pay Pension Loophole for New Mums
Discover a little-known pension loophole that helps mothers reduce the gender pension gap during maternity leave, with tips on salary sacrifice and employer contributions.
Heavy Periods Mask Rare Split Womb Condition
Ellie Curran, 21, endured years of extreme period pain before discovering she has a Complete Bicorporeal Uterus, a rare condition affecting just 0.4% of women.
Mother's Journey with Conjoined Twins Ends in Miracle
Liliya Miroshnik shares her emotional story of giving birth to craniopagus twins and the miraculous 24-hour separation surgery that changed their lives forever.
Lisa Riley Opens Up About IVF and Childlessness
Emmerdale star Lisa Riley shares her emotional journey with IVF and coming to terms with not having children, revealing she prioritised her career and found peace with her family unit.
Coroner Warns on Doulas After Baby's Death
A coroner's report into the death of 15-day-old Matilda Pomfret-Thomas warns that unregulated doulas can interfere with midwifery care during home births, highlighting systemic safety concerns.
Coroner Issues Doulas Warning After Baby's Death
A coroner has issued a stark warning about doulas impeding midwives' work after a baby girl died from brain damage following a home birth in Hampshire.
Mother Denied Pain Relief in National Maternity Probe
Kelly Redhead shares her traumatic birth story after daughter Harper lived just minutes, urging women to participate in the national maternity investigation.
Voice Notes: A Lifeline for Busy Parents in Friendship
In the chaotic world of new parenthood, voice notes offer a vital connection, replacing phone calls with intimate, manageable audio messages that capture life's raw moments.
Global shortage of one million midwives threatens maternal health
A critical global deficit of nearly one million midwives is driving up intervention rates and poor care, risking millions of lives. Urgent investment is needed to strengthen health systems.
Report: UK postnatal care underfunded and understaffed
A damning report reveals UK postnatal care is failing women due to severe underfunding and staff shortages. New mothers face a 'postcode lottery' of support. Urgent government action is needed.
Gaza Child Mortality Crisis Deepens Amidst Winter
A devastating report reveals over 100 child deaths in Gaza since October's ceasefire, with eight succumbing to hypothermia this winter. Maternal and newborn care has collapsed.
Scientists Dismiss Trump's Paracetamol-Autism Warning
A landmark scientific review finds no link between paracetamol use in pregnancy and autism. Experts reassure millions it remains the safe, first-choice treatment for pain and fever.
Maternal deaths rise 20% despite government pledge
Shocking data reveals a 20% increase in UK maternal mortality since 2009, with stark inequalities persisting. Experts call it an 'absolute tragedy'. Read the full report.
Gaza war causes 41% fall in births, says report
New reports detail a catastrophic collapse in maternal healthcare in Gaza, with a 41% fall in births and thousands of maternal deaths, alleging deliberate reproductive violence.
The pocket inequality between baby and mother's clothes
A mother's laundry day discovery about pocket disparity sparks a wider discussion on the history and politics of women's clothing design. Read her take on maternity wear and functionality.
Newborn jaundice treated at home in Scotland
A new Hospital at Home service in Glasgow uses a light-therapy sleeping bag to treat neonatal jaundice, helping families avoid disruptive hospital readmissions. Discover how this innovation supports new parents.
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.
Human Eggs Rejuvenated in Major IVF Breakthrough
Scientists have successfully rejuvenated human eggs, a discovery that could dramatically improve IVF success rates for older women. Read about this revolutionary fertility advance.
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.
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