How a second pregnancy uniquely alters women's brains, according to a study
A new study reveals that a second pregnancy brings about unique changes in the maternal brain that enhance attention control.
How a second pregnancy uniquely alters women's brains, according to a study
A new study from Amsterdam's UMC reveals that a second pregnancy induces unique changes in the maternal brain, enhancing attention skills and potentially explaining maternal mental health issues.
PM Matri Vandana Yojana: Government assistance from ₹5,000 to ₹11,000 available for women under this scheme
The PM Matri Vandana Yojana provides financial support to pregnant and nursing mothers to address their nutritional needs, with assistance ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹11,000 based on the number of children.
Kwara unveils safer birth training to curb maternal, child deaths
Kwara State launches a training program to improve maternal and child health outcomes and reduce preventable deaths.
Elsie Hewitt, model and partner of Pete Davidson, explains why she does not breastfeed her baby: "You do not have to sacrifice your well-being to demonstrate your love"
Elsie Hewitt discusses the pressures surrounding breastfeeding and why she chose formula feeding for her baby's health and her own well-being.
Midwives: Women often do not know that they are entitled to our services
A report highlights that many women in Czechia are unaware of their rights to midwifery services during childbirth.
Pregnant woman who lost baby is compensated with R$ 150,000 for failures during childbirth at maternity hospital in PI
A woman has been awarded R$ 150,000 in damages after experiencing severe failures during childbirth that resulted in the loss of her baby at a maternity hospital in São João do Piauí.
Baby's death during normal delivery despite referral for cesarean section investigated in MG
The death of a baby during a normal delivery is being investigated in Minas Gerais after the mother was referred for a cesarean section due to the risk of pre-eclampsia.
Baby blues and postpartum depression: understand the differences and warning signs of disorders that can arise after pregnancy
This article discusses the differences between baby blues and postpartum depression, particularly in the context of a tragic incident involving a mother in Brazil.
Ekiti adopts digital solutions to improve maternal health, reach remote patients
The Ekiti State Government is implementing digital solutions to enhance maternal health care, allowing access to medical support through phone and messaging services.
Marie Curie bereavement counsellor offers advice on Mother's Day grief
A bereavement counsellor from Marie Curie offers ten strategies to cope with grief on Mother's Day for those who have lost maternal figures.
Why women shouldn’t ignore constant headaches after delivery – Gynaecologists
Maternal health experts in Nigeria caution that persistent headaches post-childbirth should not be overlooked, as they could indicate serious underlying health issues.
Unable to bear labor pain, she cut open her abdomen with a blade, intestines came out
In a desperate act, a pregnant woman in Uttar Pradesh cut open her abdomen with a blade during labor pains, leading to the birth of her child.
Tanzania: Maternal Deaths Drop in Zanzibar, Government Says
Zanzibar has reported a decline in maternal and newborn deaths, though the government emphasizes that further improvements are necessary.
Child dies four months after birth in Jönköping – region reports according to lex Maria
A child born in Jönköping died at four months old after complications during birth that included a lack of oxygen, leading to serious health issues.
Where wars flare up, new mothers pay the highest price!
A report highlights that in 2023, nearly 260,000 maternal deaths occurred globally, with 60% of these tragedies happening in conflict or unstable regions.
Africa: Maternal Deaths Spike During War and Instability, New Report Warns
A new WHO report highlights that nearly two-thirds of all maternal deaths occur in countries experiencing conflict and instability, severely impacting women's health.
FG moves to secure oxygen supply for maternal, emergency care
The Nigerian government is taking steps to ensure a stable oxygen supply for improving maternal health and emergency care, highlighting its critical role during pandemics and healthcare quality.
Mum accused of drowning newborn baby in portable toilet moments after giving birth
A mother has been charged with intentionally abusing her newborn by allegedly drowning the baby in a portable toilet shortly after birth.
Africa: AU Declares Samia Suluhu Hassan Champion
The African Union has appointed President Samia Suluhu Hassan as its Champion for reproductive, maternal, and child health, acknowledging Tanzania's health reforms.
Rwanda: African Leaders Must Walk the Talk On Maternal Health
African leaders at a recent AU summit emphasized the urgent need for increased investment in maternal health, highlighting systemic failures as key issues.
New Mexico mother accused of drowning newborn in portable toilet after giving birth
A New Mexico woman is charged with drowning her newborn in a portable toilet shortly after giving birth.
Nigeria struggles with 2,200 gynaecologists for seven million births annually
Nigeria faces a significant shortage of gynaecologists, with only about 2,200 specialists available to assist the approximately seven million births that occur annually.
Hope dashed: One year after, pregnant women yet to access free CS at LUTH, UCH
A year after the initiative for free caesarean sections for indigent pregnant women, many Nigerian teaching hospitals have yet to implement the policy effectively, leaving vulnerable mothers struggling to afford care.
A newborn baby was found dead in the tank of a chemical toilet: shock and ongoing investigation
A newborn baby was discovered dead in a tank of a chemical toilet in Las Cruces, New Mexico, prompting a police investigation.
New Scientific Discovery: A Natural Compound in the Gut Protects the Liver
Researchers at the University of Oklahoma have discovered a natural compound produced by healthy gut bacteria that can protect against liver disease, particularly related to unhealthy diets in children.
France: The 'mother' confessed that she placed the newborns in the freezer - How the macabre discovery was made
A mother in France confessed to placing her two dead newborns in a freezer shortly after their births between 2011-2018.
Two babies 'killed moments after birth' found in freezer as police swarm village
Two deceased infants were discovered in a freezer in eastern France, leading to the arrest of a woman in her 50s who allegedly confessed to their deaths.
Woman dies after childbirth and causes commotion in Anápolis
The death of Yara Monteiro after childbirth has caused a wave of sorrow in Anápolis, Brazil, as friends and family pay tribute on social media.
Walking from five to nine in the morning to give birth: the maternal death crisis threatens to worsen due to funding cuts
Funding cuts are exacerbating the maternal death crisis in low- and middle-income countries, with significant implications for pregnant women in Nigeria, the Central African Republic, and Bangladesh.
Is it worth being pregnant as many times as possible? New study shows what women gain from it
A recent study suggests that pregnancy and breastfeeding positively influence women's cognitive functions in later life.
Woman died during childbirth – hospital reported
A woman died during childbirth at Akademiska sjukhuset in Uppsala, prompting the hospital to self-report due to failures in following established medical protocols.
What is preeclampsia?
The article explains preeclampsia, a serious condition affecting pregnant women that can lead to fatal consequences.
FG constructs 80-bed clinics in Gombe to tackle maternal deaths
The Nigerian Federal Government has inaugurated two new maternity centers in Gombe State to address the issue of maternal mortality.
Increasing numbers of childbirth-injured Finnish women seek care in Sweden
More Finnish women are turning to Sweden for medical help related to childbirth injuries, highlighting disparities in maternal care between the two countries.
Snoop Dogg Experiences a Painful Loss: His Granddaughter Passed Away at Just 11 Months
Snoop Dogg's granddaughter passed away after battling severe health complications following her premature birth.
Maternal death rate in UK rose by 20% over 14 years despite Tory pledge
The maternal death rate in the UK has increased by 20% over the past 14 years, despite a Conservative government promise to halve it by 2025, raising concerns among experts about the state of maternal health care.
The Confederation and Women's Strike Scare with Births in Emergency Rooms. The Problem Lies Elsewhere [I SEE IT LIKE THIS]
The extreme right harshly criticizes the idea of giving birth in emergency rooms, while the Women's Strike appeals to the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Health does not clarify the chaos surrounding maternal care without delivery rooms.
In Great Britain, the mortality rate of women during pregnancy and after childbirth is rising
The number of women dying during pregnancy or in the weeks following childbirth in Great Britain has increased by 20% from the period between 2009 and 2011, with the government failing to meet its goal of halving the mortality rate by 2025.
The striking increase in births by cesarean section - despite disadvantages for the child
There is a growing trend among women in Germany to opt for cesarean sections as a birthing method, influenced by changing maternal risk profiles, although this procedure carries disadvantages for the child.