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Economists are attributing Australia’s sharply falling birth rates to rising cost-of-living pressures, marking a decline not seen since the 1970s. KPMG’s recent analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data …

A recent study involving 250 mothers of eight-month-old infants has revealed a potential connection between education levels and breastfeeding practices. The research, published in the Malta Journal of Health Sciences, …

“Am I producing enough milk for my baby?” This common concern leads many breastfeeding parents to seek home remedies. Among these, lactation cookies claim to improve milk production. However, there …

Black Country expectant and new parents can receive breastfeeding advice, try pregnancy yoga, and learn about antenatal support at two free events in Walsall and Wolverhampton next month. In celebration …

A Reddit user, identified as The_Doeberman, recently shared his dilemma about naming his unborn son after his wife’s deceased grandfather, John. The user, whose last name is Doe, expressed concerns …

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is backing the first Phase 3 clinical trial of antimalarial medications for women in their first trimester of pregnancy. The SAFIRE consortium is leading …

In cases of preeclampsia, liver damage is a major concern. HELLP syndrome, a severe complication, occurs when the liver’s blood vessels constrict, leading to elevated liver enzymes and low platelet …

Preconception health plays a crucial role in the success of IVF treatments. Issues like obesity and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can significantly impact fertility. For instance, many obese and diabetic …

Pregnant women at risk for gestational diabetes can now use a new at-home test provided by local maternity services. The remote oral glucose tolerance testing kit, called GTT@home, is available …

The United Nations has sounded the alarm about the severe impact of malnutrition on pregnant women and newborns in the Gaza Strip, a region heavily affected by conflict. The United …