She will be the first Victorian state Liberal MP to give birth while in office since the 1990s.
Cassidi-Rae Amosa told an inquiry on Monday her stroke – suffered nine days after giving birth – could have been prevented if doctors had taken her concerns seriously.
At 38,my life is free of gastro and childcare hurdles as I navigate meetings and work trips. But around me,I see a trail of exhausted parents trying to navigate an endless cycle of challenges. At a time when they could be coming up for air,they are drowning.
For those dealing with chronic health conditions,the choice to continue or stop taking medication during pregnancy can be complicated.
More attention is being paid to the “fourth trimester” with the rise of dedicated clinics,hotels and mother’s groups – often with a hefty price tag attached.
Some couples are motivated by health and want to screen embryos for harmful genetic mutations. In America,you can use IVF to choose the sex of your child.
Breastfeeding mothers working night shifts could produce milk with altered levels of melatonin,potentially affecting their child’s long-term health,new research suggests.
For Claire,seeking out trusted friends and family often left her feeling judged for even questioning the decision at all.
More women and girls suffering complex medical conditions like cancer will have access to cheaper reproductive care after Queensland became the latest state to announce public funding for fertility treatments.
Pregnant women exposed to high temperatures are more likely to have a premature baby,a new analysis found,sparking a push for more green space in cities.
A staffing shortage is putting mothers and babies at risk,midwives say – an accusation the hospital rejects.