30 Mar 2016 100 amazing facts about pregnancy We've put together 100 reasons why pregnancy is a weirdly wonderful time.
WATCH | Britney Spears and her fiance share heartbreaking miscarriage news Britney Spears lost her unborn baby. She announced the heartbreaking news in a statement on social media. Read further here.
What you need to know about the pregnancy complication called Oligohydramnios Approximately 4% of women will be diagnosed with low amniotic fluid levels (oligohydramnios) during pregnancy. It can happen at any time...
WATCH | Cardi B insists Rihanna doesn't need motherhood advice "At most, it's just annoying, so I usually pretend to agree, so they shut up and move on because it's important to choose wisely what we...
Preeclampsia | Signs, symptoms and causes during pregnancy Preeclampsia is a complication of pregnancy that affects both mothers and their unborn babies. Read further about how to prevent or treat...
WATCH | You'll never guess the theme Rihanna chose for her baby shower Did Rihanna just start a new baby shower trend?
How one woman’s traumatic experience drove her investigation into pregnancy and mental health In The Cost of Labour, Natalie Kon-yu investigates women’s mental well-being in pregnancy with rare honesty.
WATCH | The interesting food cravings Rihanna says she can't get enough of during pregnancy "I usually hate desserts, but all of a sudden, you come close to me with a chocolate-covered doughnut, and you've got my heart forever".
WATCH | Pregnant Britney Spears opens up about previous struggle with perinatal depression Delighted to share baby news, pop star Britney Spears also shed some light on perinatal depression, describing it as an "absolutely...
Mice get food cravings too: What this may mean for human pregnancy Female mice are more sensitive to sweet foods, much like pregnant women are, and they develop binge-eating behaviours when offered high...
Did you know about the mucus plug protecting you and your baby in pregnancy? | Nature's beautiful safety nets If you see signs of the mucus plug, it is a sign that your cervix is softening, ripening, effacing, dilating and moving into position to...
WATCH | Dress on fire! Another baby reveal mishap sees pregnant mom's dress scorched From injuries to fires and everything in between, the gender reveal party gimmick doesn't seem worth the effort, yet they remain as...
How your uterus supports you and your baby in pregnancy | Nature's beautiful safety nets During pregnancy, your uterus works hard to keep the cervix closed so that you do not go into premature labour. By 38 weeks of pregnancy,...
Can I claim maternity benefits from the UIF? It depends. Here's what you need to know You may apply as soon as you go on maternity leave and your salary is reduced or within twelve months after your baby's birth.
How the umbilical cord sustains your baby in pregnancy | Natures beautiful safety nets The umbilical cord acts as the source of your baby's nutrients and oxygen.
How amniotic fluid protects you and your baby in pregnancy | Nature's beautiful safety nets Amniotic fluid is more than a safety net of pregnancy. It's vital for the healthy development of skills that your baby needs to survive...
Long-awaited policy on pregnant pupils promises a new dawn The Department of Education’s Learner Pregnancy Policy is a positive step but has shortcomings
'Silent guardians of parenthood': The role of a doula during pregnancy, birth and the 4th trimester "The doula is there to console and encourage. She is positioned to care and protect professionally, with intuitive compassion, while...