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Whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy boosts newborn immunity

Written by Gary Finnegan | 7 Feb 2026

Researchers have shown for the first time that maternal antibodies are found not only in the blood of newborns, but also in the nasal mucosa. The international study,… read more.

EU regulator: paracetamol can be used in pregnancy

Written by Gary Finnegan | 7 Feb 2026

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has released a statement designed to clear up any remaining uncertainty about the use of paracetamol. In the EU, the drug watchdog says,… read more.

Paracetamol use in pregnancy does not appear to increase risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities

Written by Bruce Sylvester | 22 Jan 2026

Researchers report that paracetamol use during pregnancy does not raise the risk of autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or intellectual disability among exposed children. The findings were published on… read more.

Alcohol-free drinks popular during pregnancy – but new research shows guidelines are lacking

Written by Charlie King | 12 Dec 2025

New research reveals that more than 7 in 10 (71%) women have consumed alcohol-free or low-alcohol drinks during pregnancy, signalling their growing popularity among expectant mothers seeking safer… read more.

Large paracetamol study offers reassurance

Written by Gary Finnegan | 9 Dec 2025

A rigorous systematic review of the use of paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) during pregnancy has found that the common painkiller does not increase the risk of specific… read more.

Study finds link between pregnancy nausea and depression

Written by Gary Finnegan | 8 Dec 2025

A severe form of nausea that occurs during pregnancy is linked to depression, according to a study conducted at the University of Turku in Finland. Researchers found that… read more.

Patients who discontinued GLP-1s had more weight gain, complications during pregnancy

Written by Charlie King | 5 Dec 2025

In a study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham, pregnant individuals who stopped taking popular weight loss GLP-1 medications before or early in their pregnancy tended to gain… read more.

Two thirds of women gain too much or too little weight in pregnancy: Global study

Written by Charlie King | 3 Dec 2025

Around two-thirds of pregnancies have weight gain that is more or less than recommended and is associated with complications such as preterm birth, large birth weight, and admission… read more.

Existing evidence does not clearly link paracetamol use during pregnancy with autism or ADHD in children

Written by Charlie King | 21 Nov 2025

Existing evidence does not clearly link paracetamol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy with autism or ADHD in children, finds an in-depth evidence review published by The BMJ today, in direct response… read more.

More women sought permanent contraception after Supreme Court Dobbs decision

Written by Charlie King | 20 Nov 2025

In June 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ended the federal constitutional right to abortion and returned authority to individual states… read more.

Stillbirths in the U.S. higher than previously reported, often occur with no clinical risk factors

Written by Charlie King | 8 Nov 2025

Stillbirths occur at a higher rate in the U.S. than previously reported, according to a new study led by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health… read more.

New survey shows many are unaware of advancements in obstetrics care

Written by Charlie King | 26 Oct 2025

While delaying motherhood is a growing national trend, a new Orlando Health survey reveals a widespread public misconception. Over half of Americans (54%) believe women cannot give birth safely in… read more.

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