Childbirth & Pregnancy
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New WHO guidance for mothers of preterm babies
Mothers who give birth to small or preterm babies should have skin-to-skin contact with their child immediately, according to new guidelines from the World Health Organization. Read more
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Exposure to anaesthesia in the womb appears safe
New research indicates that the foetus’ brain development is not at risk if pregnant women undergo anaesthesia. Read more
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Procedure reduces infection risk in women at risk of pregnancy loss
Women who are at risk of pregnancy loss and need a specialist surgical procedure could benefit from a procedure that reduces infection, according to a new UK study published last night. Read more
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How pandemic lockdowns hit birth rates
Birth rates in Europe dropped by about a seventh as a result of the first wave of the pandemic, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Scientists unveil synthetic embryo
A synthetic embryo, created in a British laboratory, has a beating heart and the foundations of a brain, scientists have announced. Read more
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Trusted professionals could boost pregnant women’s COVID-19 vaccination rates
Low COVID-19 vaccination rates among pregnant women could be increased if there was better communication from trusted midwives and GPs, according to new research. Read more
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Racism linked to pregnancy outcomes in analysis
Racism may be a key factor in poor pregnancy outcomes, researchers say today. Read more
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Mothers’ PCOS linked to children’s health problems
Children born to mothers with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of developing infections, allergies and other childhood illnesses, researchers report today. Read more
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Positive outcomes from water birth review
A new review of the evidence supports the option of water birth for healthy women in labour. Read more
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Postnatal care model should be ‘reassessed’
The postnatal care model should be reassessed to include the mental health of both parents, a new study says today. Read more