Elizabeth Fleurisma tears up as she runs her fingers over the scars that map her scalp. The Long Island mom was stunned to discover at the age of 30 that she had a brain tumor the size of a lime. She survived a 16-hour surgery and weeks of radiation — yet a piece of the tumor … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal vaccine advisory committee voted on Friday to end the longstanding recommendation that all U.S. babies get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born. A loud chorus of medical and public health leaders decried the actions of the panel, whose current members were all appointed by U.S. Health Secretary Robert … Read more
He has a 1,300-acre estate and a nine-month supply of frozen sperm — now he just needs a “good breeder.” Sir Benjamin Slade, 79, of Britain has made Tinder accounts, taken out newspaper ads and starred in a TV series all in an effort to find a wife to produce an heir — and a … Read more
For some families, the joy of a new baby comes with unexpected challenges: About 3% of US newborns — roughly 1 in 33 — have a birth defect each year. While it might seem scary, the good news is that nearly all fetal abnormalities can be detected on prenatal ultrasounds. Identifying issues early allows parents … Read more
Get it together, Dad! Delivering a baby before 37 weeks of pregnancy, also known as preterm birth, is a leading cause of infant mortality and lifelong health complications. Although premature birth is not entirely preventable, new research finds that the confidence and resilience exuded by the pregnant woman’s partner can play a key role in … Read more
Documentary maker Ken Burns doesn’t think today’s polarized politics are anything new, especially for a country that, as he sees it, already had two civil wars — the American Revolution of 1776 and the 1861 war between the Union and Confederacy. “Every era thinks they’re Chicken Little, the sky is falling,” Burns said in an interview … Read more
It’s a labor of love. Midwives have been caring for women for centuries — the roots of this work can be traced to the beginning of humanity. About 14,000 midwives now practice in the US. These healthcare professionals have evolved from community healing to training at a graduate level and providing safe, evidence-based and deeply … Read more
Turns out, the miracle of life has a killer playlist. According to a new analysis of thousands of Spotify birth-themed playlists, Coldplay, The Beatles, Ed Sheeran and Fleetwood Mac are the go-to artists helping moms push through the pain — and into parenthood. The baby stroller brand iCandy just took a spin through Spotify — … Read more
Women who use Depo-Provera face a higher risk of developing a slow-growing brain tumor, according to a new study that comes as the contraceptive’s maker, Pfizer, faces hundreds of lawsuits claiming that it was aware of the potential risks. Depo-Provera — the brand name for depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) — contains the synthetic progestin hormone, … Read more
She broke the internet — and a hospital record. New mom Shelby Martin has gone viral after giving birth to the biggest baby to be born at Nashville’s TriStar Centennial Women’s Hospital in more than three years. The Tennessean has shared several photos and videos of her adorable newborn boy, named Cassian, who weighed in … Read more
She’s the mother of all surprises. A British woman who believed she was suffering from appendicitis was stunned when she gave birth to a baby boy in the back of the ambulance. “I was speechless -— I couldn’t believe what had just happened,” new mom Megan Isherwood, 26, told Southwest News Service. “I had no … Read more
Riley Gaines announced the birth of her first child, a daughter named Margot, Thursday night. Gaines announced the birth in a post on social media, showing her holding the baby alongside her husband, Louis Barker. “There’s nothing that could’ve prepared me for a love like this. God has blessed us beyond belief. Welcome to the world, sweet … Read more
A young woman rushed to the hospital with suspected appendicitis ended up giving birth to a baby boy. Megan Isherwood, 26, was rushed to the hospital after suffering severe pains in her right side and vomiting up blood. Doctors at Blackburn Hospital feared she had appendicitis and ordered ultrasound and CT scans. Megan Isherwood was … Read more
Did you ever think, “Lamaze is great, but it sure could be sexier?” With contractions, hospital lighting, guttural screams and a chorus of people urging you to push, childbirth is not typically billed as a pleasurable experience, let alone an orgasmic one. But two companies are coming together — ahem — to change that. Female-founded … Read more
A major health authority has pulled its recent report citing the “benefits” of first-cousin marriage after it sparked widespread outrage. The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) came under fire after publishing guidance that experts claim “promoted” inter-family unions, despite well-documented concerns about the increased risk of birth defects. Research cited in the article, titled “Should … Read more
A teacher who was told her headaches were caused by the contraceptive pill was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Holly Worswick, 26, started experiencing headaches and intermittent vision. After a concerned visit to her GP, she was told her symptoms were caused by the contraceptive pill and was placed on another one. But her symptoms … Read more
The Rhodes clan has enough for a tag-team match now. WWE stars Cody and Brandi Rhodes announced the birth of their second daughter on Friday, introducing Leilani Ella Runnels on Instagram. She joins big sister Liberty Iris, 4. “We are in love,” Brandi wrote, accompanied by a picture of her holding the newborn’s hand. “Thank … Read more
They’re McLovin’ their little nugget. A Michigan mother gave birth in a McDonald’s parking lot — and the baby’s nickname is a nod to the fast-food chain. Alyce Rotunda had her fourth child, a daughter named Matilda, on Aug. 11, and to honor the Golden Arches entrance to the world, they gave her nickname a … Read more
Ten days before Travis Hunter is likely to make his NFL debut, he’s welcoming a new member to his own family’s roster. The two-way Jaguars rookie and his wife, Leanna Lenee, announced on Wednesday the birth of their first child, a son. Hunter announced the news via a YouTube video entitled “Dear Son…” that shared … Read more
Naomi Osaka opened up about postpartum depression she struggled with after the birth of her daughter, Shai. Osaka gave birth in 2023 to Shai, whose father is Osaka’s ex-boyfriend and rap star Cordae. “Honestly, I also had extremely bad postpartum [depression], and I didn’t know how to deal with it that well,” Osaka said in … Read more