Pregnancy
Technion scientists receive grants for cancer research on pregnancy, heart disease, recurrence
Professor Irit Ben Aharon received a Research Professorship grant to support her research into the effects of chemotherapy administered to pregnant women on their children.
Living near green spaces can reduce long-term stress during pregnancy, Israeli-led study finds
Israel abortion application rates decline, with nearly all requests gaining approval, CBS reports
The impact of exposure to pesticides on fetal brain development
Polish government's IVF program hailed as a huge success with over 9,200 pregnancies
One-quarter of Polish couples face fertility problems, prompting government support for IVF.
I never thought I’d buy maternity clothes – but if this is the result, wow
Maternity items, and the entire maternity department in fashion chains, always seemed like a niche best avoided. I was wrong – big time. Maternity clothes, here I come! We tested 3 brands.
Health Ministry pushes surrogacy bill for bereaved families who lost fourth child during war
The decision follows the devastating losses of many families during the Israel-Hamas war, where children were tragically killed in Hamas’s brutal terror attack and the ensuing war in Gaza and Lebanon
False contractions: What does it mean and how to handle them?
Braxton Hicks contractions usually begin to appear from the second trimester of pregnancy. Unlike real contractions, false contractions do not lead to the opening of the cervix. A guide.
Israeli actress Gal Gadot reveals she nearly died from blood clot during pregnancy
Gadot said that after suffering debilitating headaches for weeks, she underwent an MRI and was rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery.
Disastrous week in maternity wards: Three mothers die within 24 hours
In addition to the three mothers, two additional tragedies involving newborns occurred earlier in the week.
New study links air pollution to increased autism risk
Researchers find that exposure to nitric oxide during pregnancy can disrupt fetal brain development.
Transforming the birth market: Fem tech company continues to grow
Just two years since its launch, Tzirim dominates the birth market in Israel, supporting over 30% of expecting mothers with pain relief through its exclusive Elle Tens device.
Invisible dangers: Prof. Tamar Wainstock’s groundbreaking research at Ben- Gurion University
Prof. Wainstock’s research reveals how air pollution, stress, and environmental toxins heighten pregnancy risks and harm male fertility, calling for urgent environmental action.
Transforming stillbirth care: Four steps hospitals must take for grieving mothers - opinion
In honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month, medical centers must implement these best practices to better care for mothers who experience a stillbirth.
