Childbirth
Depression During Pregnancy, Post-Delivery Raises Heart Disease Risk: Study
Perinatal depression in women elevates the likelihood of cardiovascular disease for up to two decades, the study revealed. 
Epidural Use Linked To Reduced Risk Of Complications In Mothers After Childbirth
The benefit was particularly seen in those women who had a "medical indication" for epidural analgesia during labor and those who had a premature delivery. 
Motherhood Makes Women Age Faster Than Smoking Or Obesity, Study Suggests
Telomere – a section of the chromosome linked to longevity – was measured to identify ageing of DNA among women who gave birth. 
Surrogate Who Refused To Abort Baby With Heart Defect: ‘I Had No Rights’
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 life." 
Most Premature Babies Will Go On To Perform Well In School, Study Finds
A large-scale study found most premature babies perform well in school. 
Why Moms Who Have C-Sections Need To Fart Immediately After Surgery
C-sections often cause bowel problems, but a new analysis of studies says chewing gum could help relieve pain. 
Mom’s Viral Photos Reveal Reality Of Postpartum Depression; ‘We Need To Break The Stigma’
An Ohio mom shared two photos highlighting the ups and downs of battling postpartum depression. 
Newborn Baby Holding IUD Proves Birth Control Isn't 100 Percent Effective
Although the most effective form of birth control, an IUD failed this one mother. 
A Drug Invented Decades Ago May Now Save Thousands Of Mothers Following Childbirth
A cheap drug invented over 50 years ago may prevent thousands of mothers from dying due to excessive bleeding after childbirth. 
Happy Mothers With Supportive Partners Have Less Fussy Babies With Lower Rates Of Colic
New study says mothers who have more support have babies who cry less.
