Childbirth & Pregnancy
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Women reassured on bleeding after birth
A new information leaflet about bleeding after birth has been published by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists to help women understand the risks – which it says are "small". Read more
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Lift sex selection ban – expert
Britain should lift its ban on couples being allowed to choose the sex of their children, an expert claimed yesterday. Read more
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UK to pilot gene combo babies
A revolutionary technique that could give children three genetic parents is set to be pioneered in the UK, it was announced today. Read more
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Vitamin D vital in pregnancy
A baby’s vitamin D levels are largely set by its mother, researchers have found. Read more
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Breast-feeding boost for babies
Babies who are breast-fed do "better" in life than others, researchers reveal today. Read more
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Search for allergy causes in womb
Food allergies may be acquired before birth, a major conference has been told. Read more
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Iron may aid pregnancy
Iron supplements during pregnancy may help women avoid giving birth to under-weight babies, researchers report today. Read more
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Pregnancy drink warning as a study finds no harm
Women who drink a small glass of wine a day during pregnancy may not be harming their child, according to the latest study of the controversial topic. Read more
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Home births have ‘fewer’ complications – Dutch study
Women with low risk pregnancies who choose a home birth may have a lower risk of severe complications than women who plan a hospital birth, researchers say today. Read more
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Age and obstetric risks clarified
A woman’s age can be a good indicator the risks she will face during pregnancy, researchers claimed today. Read more