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PARENTING - PREGNANCY

A collection of articles on the subject of pregnancy.

<p>One woman said she lived in fear of her husband and her pregnancy was 'a really hard time, emotionally and physically'. File picture</p>

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Pregnant women facing 'horrifying' abuse often 'too ashamed to seek help'

Emerged from a survey carried out as part of a three-year collaboration between Women’s Aid and four hospitals in Cork and Dublin to boost supports

<p>Children whose mothers took extra vitamin D during pregnancy continue to have stronger bones at the age of seven, according to new research. Picture: Danny Lawson/PA</p>

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Vitamin D supplements in pregnancy shown to improve bone density in childhood

<p>The hospital now allows two people to visit between 2pm and 4pm, in addition to a nominated person, who has permission to visit between 8am and 9pm. Picture: iStock</p>

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Limerick maternity hospital eases visitor restrictions

Four year old girl having fun outdoors, picking up flowers in nature

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Tots to Teens: Getting a sense of the arts

Home Birth

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Water births no riskier than births out of water — study finds

Young happy couple is enjoying and preparing healthy meal in their kitchen together

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The impact of diet on IVF and more: How to eat to boost your fertility

Fertility challenges — the ones you might anticipate and some you might not

Fertility challenges — the ones you might anticipate and some you might not

Jemma Henry did specialist training, becoming a certified fertility and prenatal dietician. She wanted to use her skills and knowledge to help others going through IVF and other fertility treatments

Sun, 25 Feb, 2024

Hyperemesis: 'I couldn't move without vomiting. I couldn't sit up or go to the bathroom'

Hyperemesis: 'I couldn't move without vomiting. I couldn't sit up or go to the bathroom'

Non-stop nausea and vomiting while pregnant — some women have a genetic predisposition to this severe form of 'morning sickness'

Wed, 24 Jan, 2024

mother talking with her son

Joanna Fortune: How can I explain morning sickness to my toddler?

'My three-year-old son gets upset every time I have to run to the bathroom or need to lie down'

Wed, 17 Jan, 2024

Working Life: I go out at 6am... I tiptoe in around 10pm, when my boys are asleep

Working Life: I go out at 6am... I tiptoe in around 10pm, when my boys are asleep

Esther Groarke Powell, clinical midwife manager, Emergency Room, The National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin

Fri, 22 Dec, 2023

Pregnant woman suffering with nausea in morning

Study finds why morning sickness is more severe for some pregnant women

It is hoped the discovery could help treat severe cases of the condition, which is known as hyperemesis gravidarum

Wed, 13 Dec, 2023

Pregnancy research

Majority of pregnant women are not getting essential vitamins, according to study

Researchers found that more than 90% of the group had marginal or low concentrations of one or more of the vitamins

Tue, 05 Dec, 2023

Tots to Teens: Schoolkids get to grow a food business

Tots to Teens: Schoolkids get to grow a food business

Plus: parenting podcasts, inclusive kids' reading, and a traditional Irish Christmas experience

Tue, 05 Dec, 2023

Premature newborn baby girl

Delayed cord clamping could reduce risk of premature infant death by 66%

Research included data from trials at Cork University Maternity Hospital

Mon, 20 Nov, 2023

Cute newborn baby boy just after childbirth and doctor in the background

88% of midwives in Irish hospitals say units are understaffed most of the time

INMO says there are currently over 800 midwifery vacancies

Thu, 16 Nov, 2023

Caesarean births and autism link

Concern as c-sections in Irish maternity hospitals at double the rate elsewhere in Europe

More than 40% of women who gave birth in eight Irish hospitals have had a caesarean section, sparking concern that the procedure is becoming the 'accepted norm'

Mon, 13 Nov, 2023

My water birth: 'She literally just floated up in front of me and I put her on my chest'

My water birth: 'She literally just floated up in front of me and I put her on my chest'

Water births reduce pain naturally, so there may be no need for drugs, drips, drains, an IV cannula or a urinary catheter. And it can be less stressful for mum and baby too

Sun, 12 Nov, 2023

Older diabetics face more hospital trips

Galway study results ‘a significant step forward’ in managing diabetes in pregnancy

The trial findings indicate that metformin, which is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and has been available for over 60 years, is an effective alternative for managing gestational diabetes

Tue, 03 Oct, 2023

‘Don’t let age be a barrier’: Three mums in their 40s on their journey to motherhood

S ‘Don’t let age be a barrier’: Three mums in their 40s on their journey to motherhood

Becoming a parent in your 20s or 30s is not always an option for women, particularly if they don't meet the right partner until later in life. We ask three mums in their forties about their journey to motherhood

Sun, 24 Sep, 2023

Endometriosis Disease Concept

Positive progress for women with endometriosis

Scientific breakthroughs in recent months offer hope to the one in ten women who suffer from endometriosis, a chronic gynaecological condition that can affect fertility, writes Helen O’Callaghan

Fri, 22 Sep, 2023

Baby clothes hanging on the clothesline

Julie Jay: A blue babygro if it's a boy... and a blue babygro if it's a girl — because it’s 2023, baby

People are taking guesses as to what we are having based on the shape of my bump

Sun, 06 Aug, 2023

Julie Jay: The pains of hearing men talking about labour

Julie Jay: The pains of hearing men talking about labour

When it comes to the subject of men talking about labour, it’s a case of whatever you say, say nothing

Tue, 25 Jul, 2023

Maternity bag for hospital and paper diary with checking list at home interior.

Julie Jay: No lacy undies in my hospital bag this time around

"I’m not sure where I thought I was going, but underwear-wise, I was either feeling highly optimistic about what I would be getting up to in hospital or in complete denial as to how in bits I would be after the birth."

Tue, 11 Jul, 2023

Some 76 babies impacted by mothers taking drugs during pregnancy

Some 76 babies impacted by mothers taking drugs during pregnancy

Figures also show there were no recorded cases of HIV and foetal alcohol syndrome in babies from birth to three weeks being discharged from hospitals in 2022

Sun, 02 Jul, 2023

Young boy walking on open beach

Julie Jay: My only quibble with Ted’s hair is that he is not a redhead

This week Ted is revelling in his crowning glory and rubbing salt into poor Daddy's increasingly receding hairline

Tue, 27 Jun, 2023

Brown teddy bear laying in bed, furry doll. Sweet sleep

Julie Jay: Getting my toddler to bed is basically Squid Game

"At the risk of bottle-shaming my son, I’m pretty sure this is our fifth bottle of the night, which given the fact we haven’t even hit the nine o’clock news is too much bottle."

Tue, 20 Jun, 2023

Lads to Dads: A safe space for modern Irish dads to connect

Lads to Dads: A safe space for modern Irish dads to connect

The support group has helped Jamie Kinsella and other fathers to appreciate the central role they play in their children’s lives

Sun, 18 Jun, 2023

Joyce Fegan: New mums want proper support, not a box of stuff

Joyce Fegan: New mums want proper support, not a box of stuff

The intention of Government's Little Baby Bundle feels sweet in sentiment, but when it comes to the cold hard reality of the labour of care work, it misses the mark.

Mon, 08 May, 2023

Everything you need to know about having a baby after 35

S Everything you need to know about having a baby after 35

Important steps you can take to boost the odds of conceiving according to fertility experts

Sun, 16 Apr, 2023

Young toddler and her pregnant mom reading on the floor of her bedroom

Joanna Fortune: How can I talk to my young child about the new arrival?

"There is a reason that the phrase ‘good enough is good enough’ is used so much in parenting circles."

Wed, 15 Feb, 2023

Labour pains: Surge in homebirths as women seek alternative options

Labour pains: Surge in homebirths as women seek alternative options

Public homebirth service saw 53% increase in 2021 compared to pre-pandemic numbers

Tue, 10 Jan, 2023

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