Childbirth & Pregnancy
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New pregnancy weight guide
Obstetricians today release new guidance for overweight women who become pregnant – setting out how they can improve their health before their baby is born. Read more
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Delayed pregnancies hit maternity services
Britain is now producing little more than one baby for every woman who reaches her 30th birthday, according to new figures. Read more
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TB pregnancy link warning
Clinicians caring for pregnant women should watch for signs of TB infection, British experts have warned. Read more
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Abortion link to mental illness dismissed
Experts today rejected claims that women who choose to have an abortion expose themselves to mental health problems. Read more
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Cat warning for pregnant
Pregnant women should avoid cat litter and raw meat to prevent complications, experts have warned. Read more
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Birth choice urged as study shows "safe" pregnancies
Women with straightforward pregnancies should be allowed to choose where they give birth – but this may not apply to first pregnancies, according to a landmark British study published today. Read more
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Early fish may prevent asthma
Including fish in baby food after weaning may help prevent asthma-type problems developing, researchers from Sweden reported yesterday. Read more
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Backing for delayed umbilical cord clamping
Delaying the clamping of the umbilical cord can protect babies from low iron levels at four months of age, researchers say today. Read more
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Pill poses partner problem
The contraceptive pill has been linked to many side-effects in women – but now researchers say it may affect their partners. Read more
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Dads to learn maternity care
British dads are set to be told more about how they can care for the mothers of their children after birth, it was announced today. Read more