Uterine aging may reduce donor egg pregnancy success after 49
A major new study suggests that age-related changes in the uterus may contribute to poorer pregnancy outcomes, with…
Genetics play a bigger role than pregnancy in childhood obesity risk
Researchers found that while maternal BMI affects birth weight, genetics account for most parent-child BMI similarities throughout childhood,…
Experts urge neglected tropical disease status for ocular toxoplasmosis
One third of the world’s population is infected with the Toxoplasma parasite, which can cause ocular toxoplasmosis, an…
Singer Lucy Rose: ‘Almost every doctor I saw was like, Oh, I’ve never treated anyone with this’ – The Irish Times
Lucy Rose doesn’t want to be a rock’n’roll parent, juggling soundchecks and nappy changes and raising her children…
Hyperemesis gravidarum increases risks for pregnancy and birth complications
Pregnant women with a severe form of nausea face increased risks for several pregnancy and birth complications, according…
Forward bending at work may raise miscarriage risk during pregnancy
Bending forwards, and to a lesser extent, walking a lot at work in early pregnancy, may raise the…
Breast milk nutrient boosts long-term immune system development
Trans-vaccenic acid (TVA), the most abundant trans fatty acid found in human breast milk, helps boost immune system…
Maternal RSV vaccine shows 68% protection against infant RSV hospitalization
A real-world US study finds maternal RSVpreF vaccination may help shield newborns from severe RSV illness during their…
Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall: Molly-Mae Hague at ringside for baby name announcement
Tommy Fury faces off against the former World’s Strongest Man tonight, with the new dad taking to the…
Autophagy Decline in Older Moms Halts Embryo Development
Summary: Researchers unmasked a hidden metabolic mechanism that explains why advanced maternal age (AMA) impairs female fertility and…
Breakthrough Ultrasound Patch Tracks Blood Flow and Fetal Health in Real Time
A new wearable ultrasound patch could provide continuous monitoring of the fetus and umbilical cord during pregnancy. Credit:…
‘I felt nobody had my back’: What the Rotunda row says about public v private maternity care – The Irish Times
During her first pregnancy Maria would spend a long time waiting for her appointments at the Rotunda, one…