Living with Down’s syndrome: ‘He’s not a list of characteristics. He’s my son’
Most women whose babies are diagnosed with Down’s syndrome end the pregnancy. But with a more accurate test on the horizon, a group of parents want to change perceptions
Antenatal depression affects men too
A first baby is a reality check – dads suddenly find they are no longer the centre of attention
Why pregnancy is a real pain in the back
Of all the various physical impacts of pregnancy, back pain is one of the worst. When back pain started keeping Amy Westervelt from sleeping, she went on a hunt to find a fix. Here’s what worked
Will having sex every day increase my fertility?
A news study suggests that daily sex helps ensure that sperm isn’t attacked as an invader – and that the fertilised egg implants into the uterus
Is it wrong to drink alcohol while pregnant? Even the experts disagree
Though it is generally agreed binge-drinking poses significant risks to a foetus, authorities are split on the effect of moderate alcohol intake after 12 weeks
I didn’t get the prenatal tests for Down’s syndrome. Here’s why
I have shocked shopkeepers, family and friends by openly declaring I would not abort if my baby was diagnosed with Down’s. I’m shocked by their shock
I had eight miscarriages – pregnancy can be a scary place
The BMJ is advising doctors to wait longer before they diagnose a miscarriage. I’ve experienced the grim routine of pregnancy tests, and know little is understood about pregnancy
Doctors advised to wait longer before diagnosing miscarriages
Experts say hospital guidelines need to be updated so women always get second ultrasound scan two weeks after first if gestational sac is small
Staying fit while pregnant: ‘we’re allowed to be flawed’
Remaining healthy and physically fit during pregnancy can be challenging, especially for mothers juggling other commitments. Amy Westervelt shares her tips
30 stone at 13: meet the obese teenagers going under the knife
It’s drastic, dangerous and divides doctors – why are so many young Britons having gastric surgery?