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We’re losing so many mothers to childbirth and genocide. It’s our responsibility to act on both

We know women give birth during war – and too often, they die. But we must do much more to achieve safety and stability, says former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern

‘You are worthy and deserving of help’: six practical ways to navigate medical misogyny

Two-thirds of Australian women have experienced gender bias or discrimination when seeking healthcare. Here’s how to advocate for yourself if a doctor dismisses your concerns

Exposure to some Pfas could increase risk of multiple miscarriages – study

Research tracking about 200 women found those who had at least two miscarriages had higher levels of chemicals in their blood

Tell us: how do you cope with broken sleep during the menopause?

We’d like to hear about what has (or hasn’t) helped you manage insomnia and disrupted nights during the menopause

He said ‘On your right’ as he jogged past – and for once, I didn’t flinch. But our safety shouldn’t feel exceptional

Most of the time, men just don’t seem to think about whether or not they’re scaring a woman on her own in the dark

Don’t ‘power pee’ – but do grab a mirror: 13 easy, effective ways to protect your pelvic floor

It can often seem taboo to discuss these muscles, but they are essential to the wellbeing of both men and women. Experts discuss how to prevent and treat any problems

There are more C-section births in the UK than ever, so why is the stigma against them still so strong?

The punishing but enduring ‘too posh to push’ fallacy is still prevalent and judgment abounds. This has to change, says the author Hannah Marsh

I was diagnosed with PCOS – and was soon drowning in misinformation

From medically unqualified influencers pushing expensive supplements online, to nurses peddling myths about pregnancy, I had to find out all I could about my condition myself. This is what I’ve learned

I tried everything to fix my incontinence. Here’s what worked

‘I’m tired of peeing in my pants,’ I said to the urogynecologist. ‘Please fix me’

‘Men are not expected to be interested in babies’: how society lets new fathers – and their families – down

Around one in 10 fathers experience serious mental health issues in the period before and after their child is born. What can be done?

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