Childbirth Stories
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Having Children Could Be Making Women Age Faster
Telomere – a section of the chromosome linked to longevity – was measured to identify ageing of DNA among women who gave birth. -
Surrogate Refused To Abort Baby With Heart Defect: ‘I Had No Rights,’ She Says
A surrogate refused a baby’s parents’ wish for an abortion after finding out the unborn boy had a heart defect. Now she is calling on people to love them for their decision ultimately to "choose... -
Do Premature Babies Perform Well In School?
A large-scale study found most premature babies perform well in school. -
Mom’s Viral Photos Show Reality Of Postpartum Depression
An Ohio mom shared two photos highlighting the ups and downs of battling postpartum depression. -
Woman Gives Birth To Baby Holding IUD
Although the most effective form of birth control, an IUD failed this one mother. -
Why Happy Moms Equal Happy Babies
New study says mothers who have more support have babies who cry less. -
Conjoined Twins Just Like Any Other Teens
Conjoined twin births are extremely rare and result in numerous health difficulties. -
Australian Woman Gives Birth Naturally To 13 Pound Boy
An Australian woman gave birth to a 13 pound, 4 ounce baby earlier this year, but the trend of having extremely heavy babies, known as macrosomia, has been growing for 30 years. -
These Countries Have The Fussiest Babies
These are the countries where babies suffer the most from colic. -
Natural Remedies For Incontinence May Give You Better Bladder Control
There are a number of natural remedies that may help you control your incontinence, such as increasing the amount of magnesium in your diet and practicing Kegel exercises. -
5 Irish Contributions To Health And Medicine
This St. Patricks Day, as the world celebrates Irish culture, take time to note the medical contributions the Irish have given us. -
Parents Are Healthier Than Childless People
Parenting might be stressful, but it will help you live longer, says new research.