Childbirth & Pregnancy
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Antenatal care saves babies
Reducing antenatal appointments for pregnant woman is not as safe as has been thought, researchers warn today. Read more
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New pregnancy blood clot risks
British researchers say they have taken a major step towards pin-pointing women who are at increased risk of blood clots after giving birth. Read more
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Heavier women carry pregnancy risks
Pregnant women who are overweight or obese may need specialist care that is not offered under current guidelines, researchers warn today. Read more
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Pregnancy sunshine vitamin problem
Pregnant women who are low in the "sunshine vitamin" D may have an increased risk of a range of health problems, researchers warn today. Read more
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Green light for three parent technique
A "three parent" technique aimed at preventing serious mitochondrial disease could be approved by the British government, it emerged yesterday. Read more
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Pregnancy vitamin advice challenged
Most pregnant women should not be taking supplements of vitamin D as they are not needed for the health of the baby, British researchers say today. Read more
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Fertility treatment age extended
Women should be able to get fertility treatment up to the age of 42 on the British NHS, according to guidelines published today. Read more
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New pregnancy coffee warning
Chocolate and cola may be off the menu for pregnant women – as well as coffee – following the findings of Scandinavian research revealed today. Read more
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Smoking bans boost pregnancy health
Restrictions on smoking lead to improvements for pregnant women, reducing rates of premature births, researchers say today. Read more
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Folic acid may prevent autism
Women are encouraged to take the vitamin folic acid in pregnancy – and a new study suggests it may help prevent autism. Read more