The untold stories

In the debate over late abortion, one voice is rarely heard - that of the women who have actually had one. Karen Dugdale, who herself terminated a pregnancy at 21 weeks, describes what happened to her, and talks to six others who made the same choice.

5 ways to … be breast-aware in pregnancy

Lucy Atkins: Breast Cancer Care advises all women to be 'breast aware' and report changes to their GP, but during pregnancy (and afterwards) breasts can do odd - often perfectly healthy - things.

But will men take it?

A single dose of a new male contraceptive pill promises 'instant' protection from pregnancy - and no lasting effects. Is this the future of contraception, asks James Randerson.

Panel to propose pregnancy flu jab

The government today played down reports that pregnant women are to be offered routine flu vaccinations to protect them and their unborn children from the health risks of seasonal flu. Minutes from a government panel reveal that medical experts will … Continue reading →