Nursing & Midwifery
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Breast-feeding targets "idealistic"
Women are being set "idealistic and unhelpful" targets for breast-feeding, researchers say today. Read more
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Research ‘needed’ on childbirth pain relief
There is not enough research on many popular pain relief methods for labour, British experts say today. Read more
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Cut unnecessary induction of labour, say researchers
Findings from a new study have prompted researchers to call for fewer instances of induction of labour among healthy pregnant women. Read more
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Sunshine pills during pregnancy may affect baby’s growth
Mood-boosting pills can aid depression, but when given to pregnant women they can lead to delayed head growth and preterm birth, researchers have warned. Read more
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Pregnant smokers problem for north
There are massive differences around England in the risk of women smoking to the end of pregnancy, according to figures published yesterday. Read more
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Antiseptic on umbilical cord fights infection
Cleaning a newborn’s umbilical cord at birth can help to limit infections, experts say today. Read more
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Midwives get virtual island
A pioneering midwifery training project – based on an "island in the sun" – has won a major national award. Read more
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Foetus parties condemned
An expert has criticised the growing fashion for "foetus parties". Read more
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Midwives fight vaccine rumours
Midwives have moved to stem rumours which are deterring pregnant women from agreeing to flu vaccination. 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