pregnancy
Coverage of pregnancy in the Nexus archive.
- Health Department to launch birth spacing awareness campaign from July 11
The Health Department will launch a birth spacing awareness campaign on July 11 to educate couples on maintaining a two-year gap between pregnancies. Eligible couples and high-performing healthcare personnel will receive ₹5,000 incentives.
- Emilie Kiser is pregnant with third baby after fatal drowning of three-year-old son Trigg
Emilie Kiser is pregnant with her third child following the fatal drowning of her three-year-old son, Trigg.
- How I survived the record Paris heatwave while seven months pregnant
The author describes surviving a record-breaking heatwave in Paris while seven months pregnant, noting the city's worst heat period on record, which surpassed previous extreme events in 2019 and 2003. They highlight living in Seine-Saint-Denis, France's poorest département and a region highly vulnerable to extreme heat.
- Georgia Toffolo fears her 'stress and anxiety' is contributing to her and husband James Watt's eight-month pregnancy struggle
Georgia Toffolo and her husband James Watt are experiencing difficulties during their eight-month pregnancy, with Toffolo expressing concern that her 'stress and anxiety' may be contributing to the challenge.
- Holly Madison reveals the plastic surgery she’s ‘happy’ she had done after pregnancy
Holly Madison discussed the plastic surgery she is happy with after giving birth. She mentioned preferring the procedure to not go far enough so she can potentially do more in the future.
- Holly Madison reveals the plastic surgery she’s ‘happy’ she had done after pregnancy
Holly Madison disclosed that she is happy with plastic surgery she underwent after pregnancy and expressed openness to potentially revisiting the procedure for further adjustments.
- Ex-college football star’s pregnant girlfriend’s last words revealed — after alleged cocaine poisoning
Jade Benning allegedly accused her boyfriend of poisoning her with cocaine, claiming he did so to avoid parenthood. She became unresponsive after questioning what was in her drink.
- Landmark legal win compensates pregnant soccer player who lost contract
Maja Göthberg, a female soccer player, received over 70,000 euros in compensation from Lazio Women after the club terminated contract negotiations upon learning of her pregnancy. The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled that Lazio violated her rights, establishing a precedent that clubs cannot abandon employment relationships due to pregnancy. Key evidence included WhatsApp messages showing Lazio's awareness of her pregnancy during negotiations.
- Blaise Taylor murder trial begins; jury hears opening statements in death of Jade Benning
Blaise Taylor is on trial for the murders of Jade Benning and her unborn child. The prosecution alleges he spiked her drink with cocaine, while the defense claims Benning used drugs during her pregnancy. Taylor, a former Tennessee Titans scout, faces multiple murder charges related to the 2023 deaths.
- Developmental issues in kids spike 62% when mom has key health issue
Developmental issues in children increased by 62% when mothers experienced a key health issue. Experts suggest optimizing maternal heart health before and during pregnancy to improve lifelong health outcomes for both mothers and children.
- Law does not compel motherhood or deny a woman the freedom to continue her pregnancy: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court's Madurai Bench ruled that the law does not compel motherhood or deny a woman the right to continue her pregnancy, allowing a woman to terminate her pregnancy.
- Anne Hathaway opened up about ‘painful’ fertility struggles years before announcing third pregnancy
Anne Hathaway discussed her 'painful' fertility struggles years before confirming her third pregnancy via an Instagram post showing her growing baby bump.
- I only had a baby because my husband wanted one. I secretly drank while pregnant to cope and even though I love my daughter I still feel like I'm serving a life sentence. Never make my mistake: SKYE INSKIP
Skye Inskeep reveals she had a baby because her husband wanted one, secretly drank alcohol during pregnancy to cope, and now feels trapped despite loving her daughter. She warns against making the same mistake.
- I joined an online due date group when I found out I was pregnant. Four years later, we still chat every day.
The author joined a due date group (DDG) for women with June 2023 due dates, forming a close-knit community that transitioned from Facebook to the BFF app. The group of 46 members supported each other through pregnancy, childbirth, and parenthood, maintaining daily communication and meeting in person for nearly four years.
- YouTuber who broadcast decision to abort pregnancy over Down syndrome diagnosis reveals shocking lack of humanity
A YouTuber broadcast her decision to abort a pregnancy following a Down syndrome diagnosis, which the article criticizes as reflecting a 'shocking lack of humanity.' The content condemns prioritizing a 'camera-ready existence' over the value of the pregnancy.
- Having ADHD means bad news for your period, pregnancy and menopause
New research indicates that ADHD impacts more than attention span, potentially affecting reproductive stages such as periods, pregnancy, and menopause.
- Vitamin D3 During Pregnancy and Cognitive Performance at 10 Years
A study published in JAMA Network Open found that Vitamin D3 supplementation during pregnancy may improve cognitive performance in children at age 10. The research highlights a potential link between maternal vitamin D levels and long-term cognitive development.
- Medical misinformation on Tylenol in pregnancy spreads faster than safety studies
A Canadian practice paper highlights that recent high-quality evidence reassures pregnant individuals using acetaminophen, emphasizing the importance of null findings in medical research.
- I was so overweight, I didn't realise I was five months pregnant. Now, I'm down to a size 8 without using Mounjaro. This is the simple plan I followed to lose the weight... and how I've kept it off: BROOKE MILLS
Brooke Mills lost weight to a size 8 without using Mounjaro after realizing she was five months pregnant. She followed a simple weight loss plan and has maintained her weight loss.
- I was struggling with infertility — then brain surgery helped me get pregnant
A person who was struggling with infertility underwent brain surgery, which helped them get pregnant. Globally, one in six people are affected by infertility.
- LA youth home staffer ends up pregnant in alleged abuse of teens
A taxpayer-funded Los Angeles youth facility intended to support troubled teens is involved in a sex abuse scandal, with female staffers allegedly preying on underage boys, including one case resulting in pregnancy. At least two boys under 16 were reportedly sexually abused earlier this year.
- Staffer got pregnant after abusing teen at L.A. County youth home, legal claim says
Female staff members at a Los Angeles County youth facility allegedly sexually abused at least two teenage boys under their care, and a staffer became pregnant after the abuse, according to a legal claim filed Thursday.
- Wildfire smoke engulfed their cities. Did it make their babies sick?
Wildfire smoke from urban and wilderness fires is causing public health concerns, particularly for pregnant individuals and infants, as cities in Australia and the U.S. face unprecedented pollution. Parents report uncertainty about how smoke exposure during pregnancy may contribute to health issues like asthma and developmental delays in their children.
- Vogue Williams says she felt like her 'body failed her' as she discusses devastating miscarriages ahead of welcoming her fourth child
Vogue Williams shared her emotional experience of feeling her body failed her due to miscarriages before welcoming her fourth child. She discussed the challenges of pregnancy loss and her journey toward motherhood.
- Emotional Emily Atack reveals for the first time she became pregnant aged 16 after a sexual assault in childhood saw her develop 'really unhealthy relationships with men'
Emily Atack disclosed becoming pregnant at 16 following a childhood sexual assault that led to 'really unhealthy relationships with men.' The revelation highlights the long-term emotional and relational impacts of her traumatic experience.
- Pregnant Holly Hagan says her 'sides are going to BURST at the seams' as she bares her bump in bikini-clad snap to mark 38 weeks milestone
Pregnant Holly Hagan shared a bikini photo at 38 weeks to celebrate her pregnancy milestone, humorously stating her 'sides are going to burst at the seams'.
- How to maximize your chances of pregnancy — and when to seek help
Age is the most significant factor affecting a woman’s fertility, but there are methods to improve chances. The article discusses ways to tilt the scales in her favor and when to seek help.
- Inside the UK's first AI-powered fertility clinic using state-of-the-art technologies to help women get pregnant - as one couple says 'artificial intelligence allowed us to hold our baby in our arms'
The UK's first AI-powered fertility clinic is using advanced technologies to assist couples in achieving pregnancy. A couple credits artificial intelligence for enabling them to have a baby, highlighting the clinic's success in applying state-of-the-art AI to reproductive medicine.
- If you want a brainier child, take high-dose Vitamin D during pregnancy, experts claim
Experts claim that taking high-dose Vitamin D during pregnancy can lead to a brainier child. This suggestion is based on research that links Vitamin D to cognitive development in children. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings.
- Protective maternal gut instincts
Pregnancy poses challenges including infection and nutritional demands, but pregnancy-associated gut changes offer help. Pregnancy is a complex process that affects the body in various ways. The gut plays a crucial role in protecting against infection during this time.
- Georgia Toffolo shares snaps from £7,500 a night luxury hotel in Hampshire as she enjoys bank holiday getaway after admitting the stress of BrewDog collapse has contributed to her struggle to get pregnant
Georgia Toffolo is staying at a £7,500-a-night luxury hotel in Hampshire during a bank holiday getaway. She revealed that the stress of BrewDog's collapse has contributed to her struggles with conception.
- Georgia Toffolo says the stress of husband James Watt's BrewDog collapse has contributed to her five-month struggle to get pregnant
Georgia Toffolo attributes her five-month struggle to conceive to the stress caused by her husband James Watt's business collapse at BrewDog. The article highlights the emotional and physical toll of the situation on her.
- Mom stunned to discover she is pregnant with twins just WEEKS after giving birth: 'I was in denial'
A mother was shocked to discover she is pregnant with twins just weeks after giving birth. She expressed being in denial about the unexpected news.
- Murdered Celeste Rivas, 14, may have been pregnant, updated death certificate suggests after singer D4vd was charged with killing her
14-year-old Celeste Rivas was murdered, and an updated death certificate suggests she may have been pregnant. Singer D4vd has been charged with her killing.
- Murdered Celeste Rivas, 14, may have been pregnant, updated death certificate suggests after singer D4vd was charged with killing her
Celeste Rivas, a 14-year-old girl, may have been pregnant at the time of her murder, as suggested by an updated death certificate. Singer D4vd has been charged with her killing.
- Pregnant Nicola Roberts reveals she had 'surgery at 22 weeks to help keep baby in' as she takes doctors' advice to rest for her final trimester
Nicola Roberts, a pregnant woman, underwent surgery at 22 weeks to help retain her baby and is following doctors' advice to rest during her final trimester.
- Karoline Leavitt heaped with praise as she cancels maternity leave at 39 weeks pregnant
Karoline Leavitt, who is 39 weeks pregnant, has canceled her maternity leave and is receiving widespread praise for her decision. The move highlights her dedication to her professional responsibilities despite her advanced stage of pregnancy.
- Karoline Leavitt heaped with praise as she cancels maternity leave at 39 weeks pregnant
Karoline Leavitt, 39 weeks pregnant, has canceled her maternity leave and is receiving praise for her decision. The article highlights her choice to forgo leave despite advanced pregnancy.
- Eight-month pregnant influencer's horror as she is dragged off kerb by phone thief and falls flat on her stomach in terrifying Lawless London attack
An eight-month pregnant influencer was violently dragged off the kerb by a phone thief in London, causing her to fall onto her stomach in a reported 'Lawless London' attack. The incident highlights concerns over street crime and safety in the city.
- Vogue Williams says she 'had her reasons' for keeping her fourth pregnancy secret - after revealing she suffered 'heartbreaking' miscarriages
Vogue Williams revealed she kept her fourth pregnancy secret due to past experiences, including 'heartbreaking' miscarriages. She stated she 'had her reasons' for the privacy surrounding the pregnancy.