A new Spanish study links disregarded birth plans to sharply higher postpartum PTSD risk.

Birth trauma can cause PTSD even after an uncomplicated delivery, but researchers say doctors still lack a tested way to ...

Pregnancy is more than just a beautiful phase; it is a crucial time when you prepare yourself both mentally and physically for the big day. Most women spend those nine months planning the D-day, ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Childbirth is an emotional and intense experience for most women. For ...

Background: Negative experiences of first childbirth increase risks for maternal postpartum depression and may negatively affect mothers' attitudes toward future pregnancies and choice of delivery ...

The conversation surrounding maternal health has taken on new urgency in recent years, with high-profile cases such as that of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy drawing national attention to the ...

Pregnancy is a time of anticipation, preparation, and decisions. Among the decisions facing you is choosing between a birthing center vs. a hospital for delivering your baby. Hospitals are the ...