Tag: Pregnancy
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Covid During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Autism and Speech Delay Risk in Children
Overview: Covid Infection in Pregnancy and Developmental Risk A new study from the United States highlights a concerning link between maternal Covid-19 infection during pregnancy and an increased risk of developmental issues in offspring. Researchers followed children born to mothers who tested positive for Covid-19 during pregnancy and tracked developmental outcomes up to age three.…
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AI-Guided Sperm Recovery Leads to Pregnancy at Columbia
Breakthrough: AI-Guided Sperm Recovery Enables Pregnancy Columbia University’s Fertility Center has announced a landmark achievement in reproductive medicine: the first successful pregnancy resulting from an AI-guided sperm recovery method designed to help men with azoospermia, a condition where ejaculation contains little or no sperm. This milestone showcases how artificial intelligence can intersect with advanced clinical…
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Columbia Develops AI-Guided Sperm Recovery for Pregnancy
Groundbreaking milestone at the Columbia University Fertility Center Researchers at the Columbia University Fertility Center have announced a landmark achievement: the first reported pregnancy achieved with an AI-guided method to recover sperm in men affected by azoospermia, a condition characterized by an ejaculate containing little or no sperm. The breakthrough marks a significant step forward…
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Jesy Nelson Embraces Her Body: Proud After Birth of Twins
Jesy Nelson’s Milestone: Motherhood and a New Kind of Confidence Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has publicly celebrated a transformative moment in her life: motherhood. After welcoming her twin daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe Nelson-Foster, in May with fiancé Zion Foster, Nelson says she has never felt prouder of her body. The singer’s…
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World Arthritis Day: 5 Reasons Women Face Higher Arthritis Risk, and What Women Can Do
World Arthritis Day shines a spotlight on how arthritis affects women differently—and what can be done to protect joint health. While arthritis inflames and stiffens joints for people worldwide, research consistently shows that women are disproportionately affected by several forms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). An expert in orthopedics explains five…
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World Arthritis Day: 5 Reasons Why Women Are at Higher Arthritis Risk
World Arthritis Day: Why women are more at risk for arthritis Arthritis, a condition characterized by joint inflammation and stiffness, affects millions worldwide. While it can touch anyone, women bear a disproportionate burden, with higher rates of conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). Understanding the factors behind this difference helps women take proactive…
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Late-stage labor Cesareans linked to higher risk of womb scarring and future preterm birth
Overview: A warning for late-stage Cesareans Recent findings from University College London (UCL) researchers suggest that Cesarean births performed during advanced stages of labor are associated with a higher risk of scar formation near the cervix. This location of scarring is important because it has been linked to an increased likelihood of preterm birth in…
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A Personal Reflection on Miscarriage, Care, and Hospital Realities During Covid
Introduction: bearing the weight of loss in a crowded hospital Three years have passed since my miscarriage, yet the shadow it cast still lingers in ordinary moments. My hospital memory is a blend of clinical routines, quiet loneliness, and small revelations about what care can be—and should be—during pregnancy loss. While the world contended with…
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Aoife Hearne: Easy, Practical Foods to Ease Early Pregnancy Nausea
Understanding early pregnancy nausea Many people experience nausea and vomiting in the first trimester. While it’s common, it can feel exhausting and destabilizing. About 80% of pregnant people report some degree of nausea, which is often more like all-day sickness than a simple morning problem. Recognizing that you’re not alone can be comforting as you…
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Aoife Hearne: Foods to Ease Pregnancy Nausea and Boost Energy in Early Pregnancy
Understanding Early-Pregnancy Nausea Eight weeks into pregnancy can bring a wave of nausea for many women. While it’s common and usually not a sign of danger, it can drain energy and make daily tasks feel overwhelming. Acknowledging what you’re feeling and giving your body gentle, consistent fuel can make a real difference. Most women experience…