The Prince and Princess of Wales will mark International Women's Day with separate high-profile engagements, with Kate visiting a maternal mental health hub and William attending the annual Commonwealth Day service.
Megan Boswell, the Tennessee mother convicted of murdering her own 15-month-old daughter, Evelyn, has been handed a life sentence. The harrowing case, which involved the child's body being hidden in a shed, has concluded with a verdict that offers no chan
Capital FM radio host Aimee Vivian reveals her near-fatal battle with sepsis just weeks after giving birth. A shocking story of a missed infection turning into a life-threatening crisis.
The Guardian's five-star film review of 'Mother Vera' is reimagined, exploring this powerful story of sacrifice, resilience, and a mother's battle against a broken system in austerity Britain.
Emmanuel Haro has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for the horrific murder of his two sons, aged 3 and 5, in a case that has shocked the community of Bakersfield, California.
A grieving family demands answers after a healthy new mother, Krystal Márquez, died from a sepsis infection just days after a routine caesarean section at Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga Hospital, Ontario.
Leading medical experts issue a stark warning that sedentary habits and poor nutrition among 53 million Americans are creating a silent public health crisis, significantly increasing the risk of serious birth defects in future generations.
An urgent call for systemic change in how British society supports mothers, moving beyond empty praise to tangible policies that address the exhausting reality of unpaid care work.
A 44-year-old British woman becomes one of the oldest in the UK to give birth following a groundbreaking IVF treatment using her own eggs, offering new hope for women struggling with fertility later in life.
New research exposes the devastating impact of Trump-era aid cuts, linking the expanded 'Mexico City Policy' to a dramatic 31% increase in maternal mortality across sub-Saharan African nations reliant on US health funding.
Botswana, a former HIV success story, faces a devastating new health emergency threatening to reverse decades of progress and push its population towards extinction.
In a heart-wrenching exclusive, the husband of Lucy Connolly breaks his silence after her tragic death following a caesarean section at a UK hospital, raising serious questions about NHS maternity care.
Exclusive: The heartbroken family of Danielle Greaney, 33, speak out after she took her own life following what they describe as catastrophic failings in her mental health care. The mother-of-two's tragic final days are detailed in a damning coroner's rep
A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.
New research reveals a startling connection between extreme pregnancy nausea and an increased likelihood of cancer later in life. Experts weigh in on the findings and what they mean for mothers.
Award-winning novelist Sarah Vaughan opens up about her hidden struggle with maternal OCD, a debilitating mental health condition affecting new mothers, and how she overcame her darkest fears.
New research highlights how US funding cuts under Trump's 'global gag rule' led to increased maternal mortality in Ethiopia, with women's health services severely impacted.
A grieving mother shares her daughter's final words before a sudden cardiac arrest, urging others to recognise hidden health dangers.
A shocking report reveals maternal deaths in the UK have surged to levels not seen in 20 years, with stark disparities affecting Black and Asian women disproportionately.
New mothers are turning to placenta pills for post-birth recovery, but experts warn of potential risks. Discover the science behind this polarising practice.
Labour highlights alarming rise in maternal deaths during childbirth, urging immediate NHS action to improve maternity care and reduce preventable fatalities.
Hyperemesis gravidarum, often dismissed as 'morning sickness,' is a severe pregnancy condition causing relentless nausea and vomiting. Learn why medical recognition and support are crucial.
Experts warn that pesticide exposure poses serious risks to pregnant women and unborn babies. Urgent policy changes are needed to safeguard maternal health.
A poignant exploration of grief and resilience as a mother shares her deeply personal experience of childbirth intertwined with profound loss.
Reductions in UK foreign aid are having devastating consequences, with maternal mortality rates soaring in Africa due to slashed health budgets. Experts warn of a looming humanitarian crisis.
Black women in the UK are five times more likely to die in childbirth than white women. Systemic racism in the NHS is putting lives at risk—urgent reform is needed.
A new report highlights systemic failures in UK maternity care, with 50% of Black women raising concerns during labour not receiving adequate support.
Official figures reveal an alarming increase in maternal deaths across the UK, even as birth rates decline. Experts warn of systemic failures in maternity care.
A mother who nearly died from sepsis after childbirth recounts her miraculous survival after her partner's quick-thinking CPR saved her life.
A mother shares her harrowing near-death experience during childbirth, revealing how her partner had to perform CPR to save her life.