15 January 2026

Breastfeeding may lower mums’ later life depression/anxiety risks for up to 10 years after pregnancy

Breastfeeding may lower mothers’ later life risks of depression and anxiety for up to 10 years after pregnancy, suggest the...

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5 June 2025

New golden standard for medicine safety during breastfeeding

Women who choose to stop treatment during pregnancy and breastfeeding are putting their health at risk, and have to weigh...

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10 August 2023

Childhood trauma may heighten subsequent risk of pregnancy complications

Pregnancy related diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, low birthweight/premature babies more likely following childhood trauma Childhood trauma, such as abuse,...

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10 March 2022

UK stillbirths among black and South Asian communities still double those of rest of population

Despite an overall decline in stillbirths across the UK in recent years, rates among black and South Asian communities are...

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22 March 2021

Birthweight strongly linked to type 2 diabetes risk in adulthood

A birthweight of 2.5 kg or more is strongly linked to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in adulthood,...

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9 March 2020

Improved access to Midwifery Units is urgently needed

A high number of pregnant women in England cannot access the maternity care most appropriate for them, according to a...

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