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Report highlights ‘striking’ inequalities in UK maternal deaths
Maternal deaths are not evenly spread across the UK population, the latest MBRRACE-UK report finds.
Short birth spacing increases risks
Getting pregnant less than 12 months after birth is associated with risks for women of all ages, researchers find.
Updated guidance on placenta complications
The RCOG has published its latest revised guidelines for health professionals caring for with pregnant women with placenta-related problems.
Fish oil in pregnancy linked to increase in child’s lean and bone mass
Fish oil supplements in the later stages of pregnancy is associated with an increase in total lean and bone mass at six years of age, but with no increase in fat mass, according to a new study.
According to recent data, a third of existing and expectant mothers don’t do pelvic floor exercises despite their reported benefits.
According to recent data, a third of existing and expectant mothers don’t do pelvic floor exercises despite their reported benefits.
Call for clearer guidance on weight management in pregnancy
The RCM and its Alliance partner Slimming World are calling for clearer guidance on healthy weight management for expectant mothers, and more support, training and equipment for midwives.
Which country tops smoking in pregnancy table?
The three countries with the highest estimated prevalence of smoking during pregnancy are Ireland (38·4%), Uruguay (29·7%), and Bulgaria (29·4%).
Rise in cardiovascular issues in women after preeclampsia
Women diagnosed with preeclampsia during pregnancy were significantly more likely to develop high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol within five years compared with women who did not have preeclampsia, a US study has found.
Probiotics linked to lower risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes
New research suggests that drinking probiotic milk at certain points during pregnancy can influence the chance of mothers having preeclampsia and preterm birth.