Exclusive: British hospitals are witnessing a dramatic rise in 'giant babies' weighing over 11lbs at birth, with experts pointing to maternal obesity and gestational diabetes as key factors behind this alarming trend.
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern delivers a powerful address, framing the global crisis in maternal healthcare as a 'hidden genocide' and a critical failure of our time that demands urgent action.
An inquest hears how Charlotte Drake, a new mother battling severe postnatal depression, drowned after her desperate pleas for mental health help went unanswered, sparking calls for a major overhaul of maternal care.
Groundbreaking NHS research reveals obesity injections like Wegovy are dramatically more effective than lifestyle changes alone for teenagers, offering new hope in the childhood obesity crisis.
A groundbreaking US scheme in Flint, Michigan, providing unconditional cash to new mothers is delivering stunning results in child development and maternal health. Could this radical policy be the answer to the UK's own child poverty crisis?
Exclusive analysis reveals the complex mix of medical, social, and systemic factors behind the UK's rising C-section rates, moving beyond the 'too posh to push' myth.
New research indicates using frozen embryos in IVF may increase risks of high blood pressure disorders for expectant mothers. Experts urge caution and informed decision-making.
Exclusive: New medical research reveals pregnant women using THC cannabis face significantly higher risks of birth abnormalities and autism spectrum disorders in their children.
Groundbreaking UK research uncovers a shocking connection between Fusobacterium, the dangerous pregnancy condition pre-eclampsia, and increased cancer vulnerability, revolutionising our understanding of maternal health.
A landmark UNICEF report reveals a historic shift: ultra-processed foods have led to more children globally being obese than underweight for the first time, signalling a urgent public health crisis.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals the UK towns drowning in fast food, with Jaywick, Essex, crowned the nation's takeaway capital. Health experts sound the alarm on obesity 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.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals a record number of young children, some just three years old, are being referred to specialist obesity services amid a growing national health emergency.
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.
A damning new report reveals UK supermarkets are making healthy food up to twice as expensive as unhealthy alternatives through aggressive promotions, disproportionately harming low-income families.
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.
A new report warns that over 50% of dogs in the UK are overweight, putting them at risk of serious health issues. Experts share tips on proper pet nutrition and exercise.
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.
Discover how Hims is transforming men's health with its new GLP-1 weight loss medication, offering a convenient and discreet solution to tackle obesity.