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Women’s Health

Your health matters, mama! And Motherly is here for you with trusted information and resources about pregnancy, postpartum and more.

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A 14-year-old saves her mom during a medical emergency while driving home from school

It’s a story of resilience, family bonds, and a teen rising to the challenge in the most critical of moments.

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Pregnancy’s hidden superpower: scientists discover natural flu defense that protects moms and babies

A study from McGill University shows that pregnancy might activate a natural flu defense in your body—keeping you and your baby safer. 

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Why moms need to prioritize sleep—and how to make it happen

A new study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health highlights just how important regular sleep is for our health.

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I had a postpartum hemorrhage: Why maternal health needs a champion

We need leaders who will fight for access to maternal health services, as well as help build socioeconomic systems that will support mothers regardless of race, income or location.

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Jenna Fischer shares how her two children reacted to her breast cancer journey

Jenna says seeing other women share mammograms on social media inspired her to make an appointment.

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Study shows fewer breast cancer deaths overall—but cases are rising in younger women

The decrease in deaths can be linked to advances in treatments and early screening measures.

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We should stop discarding placentas after birth, scientists say

We’re missing a major research opportunity: The placenta can tell us a lot about the health of both mom and baby.

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8 essential questions to ask at your third trimester appointments

An OB-GYN and clinical researcher shares what to know about maternal vaccination in the third trimester and birth plans as you get ready for labor.

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New FDA rule will require mammograms to include assessments on breast density

Breast density can impact a woman's risk for breast cancer, as well as how easy it is to spot and diagnose.

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Mandy Moore opens up about her fertility experience: ‘My journey to motherhood was not linear’

Now pregnant with her third child—a daughter!—the actor, singer and mother is getting vocal about women’s health research in partnership with Perelel.

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Do you have postpartum depletion? Here’s how to tell

It’s difficult to support a new life around the clock when you’re not thriving yourself.

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Normalizing maternal exhaustion hid my real problem: Chronic illness

How many mothers, like me, have an underlying health issue that is being ignored and dismissed?

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New survey shows 2/3 of women in the U.S. are worried about abortion bans

At present, 41 states have abortion bans in effect with limited exceptions.

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