Gestational Diabetes Linked to Higher Autism, ADHD Risk
Groundbreaking research from Taiwan shows mothers with gestational diabetes are significantly more likely to have children displaying autism or ADHD symptoms by age 8.
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Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick on why he never had children
Beloved TV veterinarian Professor Noel Fitzpatrick opens up about the profound personal sacrifice behind his dedication to animal welfare, explaining why he chose not to become a father.
Australian Experts: Trump's Paracetamol Claims Risk Pregnancy
Leading Australian medical bodies issue urgent warning over Donald Trump's baseless assertions about paracetamol, fearing dangerous consequences for maternal and fetal health.
Stop Judging Mothers: The Unseen Labour of Parenting
A powerful call to end the judgement of mothers, revealing the extraordinary and often hidden sacrifices made in the daily chaos of parenting.
UK Hospitals Report Surge in 'Giant Babies' Size of One-Year-Olds
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.
Ardern: Childbirth Mortality Is a 'Hidden Genocide'
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.
Mother drowns after postnatal depression help pleas ignored
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.
WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain
The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.
Flint's Radical Baby Payment: UK Policy Breakthrough?
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?
UK Caesarean Births: The Real Reasons Behind the Rise
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.
Frozen IVF embryos linked to higher pregnancy risks, study reveals
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.
THC Cannabis in Pregnancy Linked to Birth Defects and Autism
Exclusive: New medical research reveals pregnant women using THC cannabis face significantly higher risks of birth abnormalities and autism spectrum disorders in their children.
Bacteria linked to deadly pregnancy complication and cancer
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.
Mum's heartbreak over keeping daughters apart
A mother reveals her agonising decision to keep her two daughters separated after one was diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening condition. The family's story is one of love, sacrifice, and a desperate plea for understanding.
Sacrifice Review: Celebrity Satire Volcanic Plunge
A scathing satire on celebrity culture and influencer vapidity takes a literal nosedive in this darkly comedic film review. Does it survive the fall?
Patsy Kensit's son breaks back in devastating accident
Former EastEnders star Patsy Kensit opens up in an emotional new interview about her son James's serious accident, her role as his carer, and the immense personal sacrifices she made, including turning down a major acting job, to support his recovery.
Emmerdale's Daisy Campbell: 'I sacrificed my childhood for the show'
Ex-Emmerdale actress Daisy Campbell opens up about sacrificing her teenage years for the role of Amelia Spencer, detailing the emotional toll and identity crisis after being axed from the ITV soap.
Kate and William to attend separate International Women's Day events
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 sentenced to life for toddler's murder
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
Radio Host's Near-Fatal Sepsis After Birth
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.
Mother's fury as satanic killers set for release
The brutal 1995 murder of 15-year-old Elyse Pahler, sacrificed in a satanic ritual by three teenage boys, shocks anew as her killers near parole. Her mother speaks out.
Mother Vera Review: A Heart-Wrenching Masterpiece
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.
New Mother Dies from Sepsis After Hospital Birth
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.
53M Americans' lifestyle risks causing birth defect crisis
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.
Sloane Stephens: Parents Sold House For My Tennis Career
US Open champion Sloane Stephens opens up in an emotional ESPYs speech about the immense sacrifice her parents made, selling their family home to fund her fledgling tennis career, a gamble that ultimately led to Grand Slam glory.
The Invisible Labour Crisis Facing UK Mothers
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.
Girl, 11, sells toys to feed family in cost-of-living crisis
An 11-year-old girl from Telford is forced to sell her childhood toys to help her struggling family buy food, as the UK's cost-of-living crisis pushes households to breaking point.
UK woman, 44, has baby after groundbreaking IVF treatment
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.
Trump Aid Cuts Linked to Soaring Maternal Deaths in Africa
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's New Health Crisis Threatens Population Survival
Botswana, a former HIV success story, faces a devastating new health emergency threatening to reverse decades of progress and push its population towards extinction.
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