Melissa Morns writes that many women say that they ‘feel guilty for feeling like that.’ The benefits of breastfeeding are widely recognised, and many women find it an enjoyable and bonding experience. Women also often face challenges that can make it difficult to breastfeed, such as...
While wishing to be well informed about the progress of her pregnancy, Karen Collum wonders if hers was a case of too much information. I have an application on my iPhone that gives me daily updates on the growth of my baby. I know that my...
Unveiling the Struggles: A Study on Work Conditions for Pregnant Women, Parents on Leave and Parents Returning to Work A 2014 Australian national review showed that almost half (49%) of mothers, and over a quarter (27%) of fathers, have experienced discrimination during their pregnancy, parental leave...
Now we must consider the ethical and moral quandaries, writes Kathryn MacKay Researchers have created synthetic human embryos using stem cells, according to media reports. Remarkably, these embryos have reportedly been created from embryonic stem cells, meaning they do not require sperm and ova. This development, widely...
What you need to know about a vital part of your womb (and how to look after it) by Louise Hull and Sarah Robertson Human reproduction completely depends on the healthy function of an underestimated but vital organ: the endometrium. This is the spongy tissue that...
As Mother's Day approaches this Sunday, it's important to remember that for some, this day can be a painful reminder of loss and grief. Miscarriage is a common experience that affects many women and their families, and the lack of support and resources can make it...
We have put together a list of our favourite podcasts that cover all things motherly....
There's clear evidence that the caffeine levels are too high for many of us, reports Accredited Practising Dietitian Evangeline Mantzioris Prime drinks have been heavily promoted in Australia, leading to frenzied sales in supermarkets and being banned in schools. Prime offers two products: one is marketed as...
Lara Herrero and Wesley Freppel report that after almost 60 years, several vaccines have come at once You might not have heard of respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. But it caused more than 100,000 global deaths in 2019, making it a leading cause of death...
Here’s why that won’t necessarily work, writes Mischa Bongers It’s commonly understood that having a baby can be a primary cause of later pelvic floor problems, such as bladder leakage. While giving birth can be a very special and joyful time, it can sometimes be difficult...
