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A UK mother began weight-loss injections just four weeks postpartum after gaining significant weight during pregnancy, prompting mixed reactions from the public.

Afghan women face life-threatening conditions as Taliban edicts restrict their access to healthcare, forcing them to give birth in dangerous situations.

A working mother in Ohio was denied maternity leave, leading to a tragic situation when she lost her child after being forced to work against medical advice.

The Polish Ministry of Health is planning a new map of maternity wards to address the dramatic decline in birth rates and the subsequent closures of maternity facilities.

The Polish Ministry of Health is addressing confusion over the status of the maternity ward in Lesko, which has been officially closed since the end of 2025, despite statements suggesting it remains operational.

Prime Minister Tusk addressed the status of the maternity ward in Lesko during a recent interview, denying reports of its closure, which has led to accusations of dishonesty from political opponents.

A 24-year-old woman died after over 12 hours of labor in a Roraima maternity hospital, leading her husband to accuse the facility of negligence.

The closure of the maternity ward in Lesko has sparked ongoing concerns, with the government proposing new regulations to ensure safety for pregnant women in areas lacking maternity services.

Lesko, Poland, faces the shutdown of its maternity ward along with the establishment of new policies regarding emergency birthing rooms due to a lack of staffing and resources.

Nour Bishouty presents her first solo exhibition in Mexico, challenging traditional notions of motherhood, family, and knowledge transmission at the Museo del Chopo.

Lithuanian artist Ieva Zasimauskaitė expresses her disappointment over the closure of a beloved maternity home, prioritizing personal connection and comfort during childbirth.

The Human Milk Bank at Nova Maternidade Dona Evangelina Rosa is launching a campaign to encourage donations to support premature and struggling newborns.

The Cachoeirinha Maternity Hospital in São Paulo has not resumed legal abortion services despite a court ruling mandating their reinstatement.

Santa Therezinha Maternity Hospital in Brazil has implemented visitor restrictions due to a rise in Covid-19 and influenza cases.

A maternity in Piauí, Brazil, is urgently seeking human milk donations to support 32 premature or breastfeeding-challenged infants in intensive care units due to critically low stock levels.

Conjoined twins were born at the Alzir Bernardino Alves Children's and Maternity Hospital in Vila Velha, Brazil, marking a rare medical occurrence.

The Bakkakots case has triggered investigations into other maternity homes in Iceland.

This article discusses the critical role of the maternity department at Rikshospitalet in ensuring safe childbirth and addresses the growing concerns surrounding birth and maternal healthcare in Norway.

Disha Vakani, known for her role as Daya Ben in 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', has been missing from the show since September 2017 due to maternity leave and has since transformed into a mother of two, focusing on her family life.

The article discusses the flaws in the Polish social security system (ZUS), highlighting how pressure on officials leads to unjust treatment of individuals in the midst of personal crises.

European ministers approved plans allowing female Members of Parliament to temporarily assign their votes to representatives before and after giving birth, a reform aimed at making the institution more family-friendly.

The Supreme Court of India ruled that mothers who adopt children are entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave, regardless of the child's age.

Nelli Differt, a fencer expecting her first child, shares stunning maternity photos on social media as she prepares for motherhood.

A report by the charity Birthrights highlights that women in England often feel pressured into medical procedures during maternity care, undermining their ability to make informed decisions.

A new taskforce has been established to enhance maternity and neonatal care in England, led by Health Secretary Wes Streeting.

The closure of the only private midwifery practice in Western Australia's Kimberley region leaves pregnant women with diminished support options.

German Minister Verena Hubertz has called for maternity protection for self-employed women, arguing that it's vital for encouraging entrepreneurship and economic contribution from women.

Oriana Sabatini shares her experience of becoming a mother for the first time, discussing the birth of her daughter Gia and her feelings regarding motherhood.

Micaela Lapegüe celebrated her pregnancy by hosting an emotional party where she revealed the sex of her baby to close family and friends.

YouTuber Payal Malik, who is pregnant with her fourth child, recently shared stunning maternity photos, showcasing her baby bump alongside her husband Armaan Malik.

YouTuber Armaan Malik's family is in the spotlight again as his first wife Payal is pregnant with their fourth child, and she has recently shared glamorous maternity photos.

A midwife shares five little-known facts about maternity wards, highlighting the unpredictability and emotional intensity of the birthing experience.

A Rolls Royce parked outside a maternity hospital in Tallinn has caught the attention of the public and sparked humorous reactions online.

A total of €77,263,470.40 will be distributed to 87,257 beneficiaries between March 16 and March 20 as part of scheduled payments from e-EFKA and the Public Employment Service.

Veronika Naumovaitė-Kazilionė, a well-known teacher in Lithuania, is set to open her own school upon returning from maternity leave.

A mother was sentenced to 15 years in prison after leaving her one-year-old son in a hot car for over two hours while she underwent a cosmetic procedure.

Actress Shivaleeka Oberoi, soon to be a mother, showcased her maternity photoshoot featuring a glamorous black dress that highlights her baby bump.

The first set of triplets of the year was born at the Riga Maternity Hospital in Latvia, consisting of two boys and one girl.

Triplets were born at Riga Maternity Hospital, marking their first birth of the year.

A baby was delivered inside her family's car at the entrance of a hospital in Campos dos Goytacazes, Brazil, as her mother couldn't reach the maternity ward in time.

A young mother gave birth en route to the hospital in Miranda, Brazil, due to flooding that obstructed the rescue team's access.

Dona Iris Maternity Hospital in Goiânia is hiring 20 immediate positions with salaries ranging from R$ 1,800 to R$ 5,200, including various roles across healthcare and administrative fields.

A man was arrested for allegedly assaulting his wife shortly after she underwent sterilization at a maternity hospital in João Pessoa.

Baťovka is initiating the construction of a modern maternity hospital focused on providing privacy for mothers and their newborns.

A family has accused a maternity hospital in Brazil of negligence after a young woman had to wait four days to deliver her deceased baby from her womb.

A court in Rio Grande do Norte determined compensation and a lifetime pension for a victim of medical negligence from 19 years ago.

Since the closure of the maternity ward in Sollefteå in 2017, the number of newborns in the municipality has decreased by 35%.

The article discusses the alarming decline in birth rates in Poland and the resulting closures of maternity wards, highlighting the lack of governmental support for obstetric and gynecological departments in difficult geographical locations.

Swedish Minister Lena Hallengren criticizes the Social Democrats' demands to halt cuts to maternity care funding, labeling their actions as political theater.

Magdalena Andersson demands an apology from politicians after staff at a Malmö maternity ward raised concerns about budget cuts and patient care.