Women’s Health

COVID vaccines do NOT harm placentas, despite false claims

New data from researchers found no evidence that the COVID vaccine affected the placentas of pregnant recipients.

New campaign celebrates beauty of postpartum bodies for Mother’s Day

Personal care brand Billie is challenging "snap back" culture in new series of photographs.

You keep talking about supporting mothers. I don’t believe you.

It is not normal to not care about mothers.

There were 60,000 fewer births last year because of the pandemic—and it matters

Not only do we have a society in which people are suffering and dying unjustly every day, we have a society that makes people not want to have children.

This bestselling collagen protein powder is perfect for pregnant mamas

Developed by mamas, for mamas.

If we want to end racial disparities for moms and babies, we need to invest in our children—today

Women and children are dying needlessly. If we want to save lives in the future, we need to act now.

Irregular periods may be a COVID-19 vaccine side effect

While the vaccines are safe, a group of women researchers are trying to learn more about their effect on menstrual cycles.

A lot of people are talking about blood clots and birth control right now

The J&J vaccine pause opened up a social media dialogue about blood clot risks with hormonal birth control.

Here’s what’s going on with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

The FDA is putting a temporary pause on J&J vaccines due to a rare blood-clotting issue

This mom was pregnant with twins and her doctor dismissed her pain. Only one baby survived.

"I said, 'I just felt him kick, I just felt him. I don't understand, how is this possible?' I was inconsolable."

How to cope with postpartum hair loss

The why, the how—and the what to do about it.

These 6 pregnancy complications could raise your risk for heart disease later in life

The American Heart Association wants more heart health screenings as part of postpartum care.

8 empowering ways to take care of your vagina

Because taking care of your vagina (in the way that feels right for you) is a radical act of power.

Are hysterectomies overused when it comes to treating postpartum bleeding?

Researchers say there's a less invasive, underused procedure that doctors should consider instead.

Is it postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety? How to tell the difference between them

In recent years, postpartum mood disorders have (rightly) gotten a lot more…

Re-opening anxiety is real, and almost half of us are feeling it

A new study shows almost half of Americans don't think life will ever be the same after the pandemic.

Women are skipping health care during the pandemic, and doctors are concerned

A new report says missing medical appointments is making women's health worse.

Good news: A vaccinated mother gave birth to a baby with COVID-19 antibodies

This news may make pregnant moms who are on the fence about getting vaccinated feel more confident about it.

Women are sharing how they protect themselves from violence. Here’s what’s missing from the conversation.

Sarah Everard's case has sparked an international conversation about violence against women—and why we need to hold men accountable for their violence.

Black, pregnant, and suffering from asthma? What you need to know

And how the Momnibus Act is aiming to provide resources.