Women’s Health

Paid maternity leave saves mothers’ lives and livelihoods. Now we’re losing our best shot at it.

The mere fact that paid leave for new mothers and fathers is still not seen as critical to our national infrastructure is a devastating blow to all women.

What not to say when your friend has breast cancer (and what to say instead)

When a friend comes to us with bad news, we often struggle to find the right words. When a friend confides that they’ve just received a breast cancer diagnosis, we might struggle to find any words at all.

The Covid vaccine does not affect fertility, but getting Covid does, study shows

We fact-checked the myths surrounding the Covid vaccine and fertility so you can make the most informed choices for your family.

No increased risk of miscarriage from Covid vaccination, says new study

The findings show that getting vaccinated in the first trimester is safe.

Wait, you can get pregnant on birth control?

TL;DR: Yes.

12 celebrity mamas get real about their postpartum bodies

For a long time the first photo the public would see of…

Actually, you don’t have to pump and dump

Current AAP guidelines state that up to one drink per day is not known to be harmful to the infant.

Amy Schumer shares first pic of Jennifer Lawrence’s baby bump

The two friends were participating in the Women's March in NYC.

This mom didn’t know how bad she was sleeping until she saw herself in our viral video

Like many co-sleeping, breastfeeding mothers, Cherrell, a former labor and delivery nurse, is…

When does morning sickness start? An OB explains

Board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Ranae Yockey explains what’s normal, what’s not, and how to find relief.

Giving birth shouldn’t be a death sentence, but for Black moms, this is the reality

For decades, Black mothers and their needs during pregnancy have been ignored and pushed aside.

Dad petitions schools to recognize period pain as valid excuse for absence

If you’re someone who has a period, then you already know how painful…

Pregnancy after breast cancer: What an expert wants you to know

It's an unfortunate fact that during cancer treatment, chemotherapy can damage and deplete a woman's eggs, making future conception more difficult. However, there are several ways to preserve your fertility or grow your family after cancer.

Dylan Dreyer shares first family photo at home with baby Russell

The TODAY host’s third baby “graduated” from the NICU this week. [Editor’s…

5 sex-positive apps we wish we’d had years ago

But we're glad we found them now.

Which supplements should I take to increase fertility?

While no supplement is a "magic bullet" for fertility, many over-the-counter fertility supplements can supply necessary nutrients.

How to talk to kids about a parent’s cancer diagnosis

Before having these hard conversations, take some time to plan what to say.

ACOG recommends Covid booster shots for pregnant women

Pregnancy is considered a high-risk state when it comes to severe Covid.

It’s science: Here’s why a coffee nap can be self-care for you, mama

Both sleep and caffeine work together to maximize alertness.

Even a little coffee during pregnancy can impact your baby’s birth weight, says study

Here's what moms need to know about the latest research on caffeine, moms and babies.