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#pregnancy
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Public health

Native birth workers are guiding Alaskan mothers through pregnancy once again: I felt really supported and honored'

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Public health

Native birth workers are guiding Alaskan mothers through pregnancy once again: I felt really supported and honored'

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

#motherhood
Parenting
fromDailywire
1 week ago

The Working Mom Shift That's Challenging The Status Quo

A new model of motherhood combines full-time work with full-time caregiving, increasingly adopted by mothers seeking flexibility.
Women
fromwww.businessinsider.com
20 hours ago

I left my career to be a stay-at-home mom. I didn't expect to lose my identity.

A career change to stay home with children can lead to unexpected emotional and financial challenges.
Health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

The Things Physician Mothers Don't Talk About

Strength is often misrepresented as silence, leading to feelings of inadequacy in motherhood and personal identity.
Parenting
fromDailywire
1 week ago

The Working Mom Shift That's Challenging The Status Quo

A new model of motherhood combines full-time work with full-time caregiving, increasingly adopted by mothers seeking flexibility.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

You know a woman has lost her joy in life when she describes her days accurately and without feeling - when the words are all correct and the tone is completely flat and the account of her own life sounds like something being reported rather than lived, and she doesn't notice the flatness because she has been inside it long enough that it just sounds like how things are - Silicon Canals

Emotional flatness can creep in, making life feel like a series of tasks rather than meaningful experiences.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Reproductive Health Care Restrictions May Exacerbate Health Care Shortages

Abortion bans in several states are linked to labor shortages in healthcare, particularly affecting rural maternity care.
#period-poverty
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Extend fully paid maternity leave for UK teachers to stem exodus, union says

Full maternity pay for teachers in the UK should be increased to 26 weeks to address the high turnover of women in their 30s.
fromApaonline
3 days ago

The Feminine as Structural Problem

The deeper I go, the more feminist I become! Yet my experience of academic philosophy has largely disclosed the opposite: a discipline that solemnly declares its devotion to openness proves curiously unsettled by me as a woman.
Philosophy
Social justice
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Why Black People Can't Earn Our Way Out of Racism in Maternal Care: A Q&A With Khiara Bridges

Khiara Bridges's book, Expecting Inequity, critiques maternal healthcare's treatment of low-income people, emphasizing the intersection of race and class.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Finally, the clitoris is getting the attention it deserves

Ju Young Lee, one of the researchers behind the scan, has said she's amazed it has taken so long for a project like this to materialise. The clitoris has long been understudied and misunderstood.
Medicine
LGBT
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
Science
fromNature
6 days ago

Daily briefing: Women's academic careers are knocked by parenthood much more than men's

Childcare responsibilities significantly hinder women's academic careers compared to men's, impacting job opportunities and publication rates.
#child-care
fromGothamist
6 days ago
NYC parents

New Yorkers are thinking about having kids with hope Mamdani will make child care free

New York City
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Mamdani's outrageous child-care boondoggle shows who comes first in NYC

Mamdani's 'free' child-care center costs taxpayers $10 million to renovate and $2.3 million annually, serving only 40 children.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
6 days ago

New Yorkers are thinking about having kids with hope Mamdani will make child care free

Expansion of free child care in NYC is encouraging parents to consider having more children.
#abortion-rights
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

The Whodunit Investigating the Death of Roe: A Q&A With Amy Littlefield

Grassroots movements successfully overturned legal abortion rights despite being a minority viewpoint, as detailed in Amy Littlefield's book.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Some States Are Boosting Reproductive Health Access, Maternal Health, Child Care

The U.S. Senate upheld a ban on abortion care for veterans, while states are enacting various reproductive health laws and restrictions.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

The Whodunit Investigating the Death of Roe: A Q&A With Amy Littlefield

Grassroots movements successfully overturned legal abortion rights despite being a minority viewpoint, as detailed in Amy Littlefield's book.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Some States Are Boosting Reproductive Health Access, Maternal Health, Child Care

The U.S. Senate upheld a ban on abortion care for veterans, while states are enacting various reproductive health laws and restrictions.
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Low-Income Moms Struggle to Keep Their Families Afloat Amid Gas Price Increases

Luna Rosado, a single mother, has seen her gas expenses rise by $40 weekly due to a 30 percent increase in prices after the war in Iran. This has resulted in $160 less for groceries and other necessities each month, forcing her to constantly adjust her budget.
Washington DC
Law
fromThe Hill
4 days ago

A $22.5 million warning for the return-to-office era

A jury's $22.5 million verdict against Total Quality Logistics highlights the legal obligation of employers to accommodate pregnancy requests.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-ed | The Gender-Motivated Violence Act at 26: How New York City finally closed the institutional accountability gap | amNewYork

The Morrison decision left a void for survivors of gender-based violence, as it invalidated the federal Violence Against Women Act's civil remedy provision, eliminating federal civil remedies.
NYC LGBT
London
fromianVisits
6 days ago

A century of campaigning: Women's Library marks 100 years with new exhibition

The Women's Library, celebrating its centenary, showcases the history of the women's movement through a diverse collection of documents and exhibitions.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Women Are Sharing The Moment They Realized Their Partner Didn't See Them As An Equal

Imbalances in relationships often manifest in subtle ways, affecting women's self-worth and equality.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on the Women's Library at 100: a cause for celebration but not complacency | Editorial

The library was to hold material relating to women's work, too. This year's centenary is an opportunity to celebrate the institution's unique holdings.
Women in technology
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

How viral videos sparked a women's NCAA tournament revolution

Women's NCAA tournament facilities have improved significantly since 2021 due to increased awareness of inequities.
Mental health
fromBustle
2 days ago

How These Women Are Changing The Conversation Around Narcolepsy Type 1

Narcolepsy type 1 (NT1) is a neurological disorder affecting sleep regulation, often misdiagnosed, especially in women.
#womens-health
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

600 women's health leaders warn of social media censorship

Over 600 women's health leaders warn that social media platforms censor medically accurate women's health information, perpetuating harmful stigma around reproductive and gynecological topics.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Women

Can PR help solve the women's health crisis?

Women must advocate, ask the right questions, and use storytelling, education, and funding to improve access to life-saving health care and innovations.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Women's health must be taken more seriously'

Women's health needs greater attention and empowerment for women to seek help for health changes, according to a former breast cancer surgeon.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

600 women's health leaders warn of social media censorship

Over 600 women's health leaders warn that social media platforms censor medically accurate women's health information, perpetuating harmful stigma around reproductive and gynecological topics.
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Doctors' group says American Medical Association didn't retreat on gender-affirming care for minors

"We knew right away that any shift in policy that was being reported was a grave exaggeration," Sheldon said, pointing to GLMA's role within the AMA's House of Delegates, where it has a voting seat and direct visibility into policymaking.
Healthcare
Health
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

My Birth Control Is Holding My Sex Life Back. I Want to Be Unleashed!

Choosing the right birth control depends on individual circumstances and medical history, with a focus on personal preferences and libido effects.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 days ago

OK, So Work Becomes Less Of A Priority For *Everyone* After Having Kids, Right?

Having children often shifts priorities from career advancement to family time and financial security.
#tradwife
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
#infertility
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Conversations about infertility are hard, but essential | Letters

Infertility conversations lack a shared vocabulary, making support difficult; genuine communication involves acknowledging discomfort and expressing a desire to understand.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Infertility: at a time when we need the right words, others are unable to find them | Nuala McGovern

Infertility is a challenging topic that many struggle to discuss, leading to discomfort and inappropriate language.
Parenting
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Infertility path from the perspective of mother and child

Infertility and IVF present complex challenges in the journey to parenthood, often contrasting the perception of a straightforward process.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Conversations about infertility are hard, but essential | Letters

Infertility conversations lack a shared vocabulary, making support difficult; genuine communication involves acknowledging discomfort and expressing a desire to understand.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Infertility: at a time when we need the right words, others are unable to find them | Nuala McGovern

Infertility is a challenging topic that many struggle to discuss, leading to discomfort and inappropriate language.
Parenting
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Infertility path from the perspective of mother and child

Infertility and IVF present complex challenges in the journey to parenthood, often contrasting the perception of a straightforward process.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Mother, Clinician, Witness: Healing Communities

Violence against children impacts the entire community, necessitating protective programs and trauma-informed care for meaningful change.
fromFortune
4 days ago

The more women earn, the more housework they do: inside the paradox a Wharton economist calls 'an existential problem for men' | Fortune

"Men's time doing housework is about the same as it was in the 1970s, and that's true whether or not the woman earns more money or the man earns more money."
Women
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Is calling a woman auntie' ageist harassment or a mark of respect? It's a trickier question than you think | Lola Okolosie

Respecting how individuals wish to be addressed is essential, as demonstrated by the tribunal ruling in favor of Ilda Esteves against Charles Oppong.
#endometriosis
Medicine
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Endometriosis: 'It wasn't until I became a mother that I realised my period pain was the same level as labour pain'

Persistent pain and delayed diagnosis of endometriosis significantly impact mental health and self-esteem.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Women with endometriosis face 'systemic misogyny'

Women with endometriosis face significant NHS delays and dismissal, experiencing debilitating symptoms that severely impact quality of life while receiving inadequate medical support and pain management.
Medicine
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Endometriosis: 'It wasn't until I became a mother that I realised my period pain was the same level as labour pain'

Persistent pain and delayed diagnosis of endometriosis significantly impact mental health and self-esteem.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Women with endometriosis face 'systemic misogyny'

Women with endometriosis face significant NHS delays and dismissal, experiencing debilitating symptoms that severely impact quality of life while receiving inadequate medical support and pain management.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

Women Are Getting Very, Very Honest About How Their Partner Changed After They Became A Mom

Postpartum experiences reveal varying partner behaviors, ranging from supportive to abusive.
Higher education
fromNature
2 weeks ago

How I turned online misogyny about my PhD into momentum for my career

A female PhD graduate faced severe online misogyny after celebrating her degree, revealing that women academics are uniquely targeted for sharing professional accomplishments regardless of their field.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Women's Final Four on repeat as UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina fight for title

UConn, UCLA, Texas, and South Carolina reach the women's Final Four for the second consecutive year, marking a rare repeat of teams in this event.
Social justice
fromTruthout
4 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Landmark changes to insurance cover for female athletes to be implemented

Female athletes will receive improved insurance coverage for pregnancy, contraception, menopause, and health conditions as per the Carney review recommendations.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Women almost 150 times more likely to die from maternal sepsis in Africa than Europe

Women in sub-Saharan Africa are 150 times more likely to die from maternal sepsis than mothers in developed nations due to inadequate water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure in maternity wards.
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

Why Wanting a Pilates Woman May Be a Bad Thing

Pilates popularity has surged, influencing men's preferences for women who practice it, linked to the manosphere's misogynistic ideals.
fromNature
1 week ago

Motherhood derails women's academic careers - these data reveal how and why

The latest study published in March by the Centre for Economic Performance indicates that although the career trajectories of men and women are similar before becoming parents, their paths diverge starkly after the birth of their first child.
Women
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Formerly Incarcerated Women Are Pushing Systemic Change in Elected Office

That was my freshman bill. The following year, the state passed my bill to expand housing assistance vouchers from three to six months for people released from prison.
Social justice
Social media marketing
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

17 "Normal" Things Women Quit Doing After They Realized They Were Exhausting

Constant social media posting driven by appearance management creates mental exhaustion that diminishes when motivation shifts from impression management to authentic sharing.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

All My Mom Friends Hate My Husband

Friends' critical observations about your husband may reflect their own biases, but could also reveal genuine relationship patterns you've normalized over time.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Women aren't opting out of work. Workplaces are pushing them out

Caregiving strain is the cognitive, emotional, and logistical burden of coordinating care for children, parents, or other dependents, and it was found to be the most powerful predictor of workforce exit.
Women
Women
fromeuronews
6 days ago

Working from home is linked to higher fertility, new study finds

Working from home is linked to higher fertility, with couples having more children when both partners work from home.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Women who speak out must be exterminated': the rising tide of digital violence facing Ethiopian activists

Yordanos Bezabih, an Ethiopian women's rights activist, faces severe online threats and has left Ethiopia for her safety.
Public health
fromLondon On The Inside
3 weeks ago

Why Is Maternity Care Failing Women?

UK maternity care faces critical safety failures, with Louise Thompson campaigning for improvements after nearly dying during childbirth and developing PTSD from complications.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Sent 90 miles after giving birth while 'soaked in urine'

A new mother with postpartum psychosis was forced to travel 90 miles for emergency care due to insufficient specialist mother and baby units, highlighting critical gaps in mental health service accessibility across the UK.
Women in technology
fromThe Oaklandside
5 days ago

Women and wealth: Tips for navigating your lifelong financial journey

Women are set to inherit significant wealth and are actively building their own financial futures amidst the Great Wealth Transfer.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Like a trap you can't escape': The women who regret being mothers

Some mothers experience deep regret about motherhood despite loving their children, citing exhaustion, lost identity, and sacrifice as primary causes rather than lack of love for their children.
Public health
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Did you know over half of HIV-positive people in the world are female?

Women and girls comprise over half of the 41 million people living with HIV globally, facing intersectional barriers including violence, poverty, and limited prevention methods.
fromAxios
1 week ago

Working moms are building community beyond parenting

"The idea of giving women a space to remember who they are - without trying to teach or fix them - is what resonates."
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

These moms are risking arrest to protect gender-affirming care for trans youth

Parents and grandparents of trans youth, plus their therapists and medical providers, are fed up after years of health care bans and hostile rhetoric. Those feelings are driving them to do things they've never done before - like plan to get arrested at a protest.
Social justice
#gender-pay-gap
Women in technology
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

International Women's Day: Workplace equality needs action

German couples aspire to equal work and household sharing, but traditional gender roles persist due to wage gaps, tax incentives, and systemic barriers that discourage women's career advancement.
#reproductive-rights
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Women and girls around the world need help from the UK not just rhetoric

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism funded by donations.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Women and girls around the world need help from the UK not just rhetoric

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism funded by donations.
Relationships
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How to Create an Equal Household

Gender scholars demonstrate better relationship equality practices than average individuals, yet persistent household management and mental load inequalities still affect their partnerships despite their expertise.
#international-womens-day
Women
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

International Women's Day website owners urged to stop exploiting' day

Over 900 people signed an open letter accusing internationalwomensday.com of exploiting International Women's Day for profit while ignoring structural issues the movement addresses.
Women
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

International Women's Day website owners urged to stop exploiting' day

Over 900 people signed an open letter accusing internationalwomensday.com of exploiting International Women's Day for profit while ignoring structural issues the movement addresses.
Women in technology
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

How to Advance and Support Women at Work All Year Long

Companies are scaling back Women's History Month initiatives despite persistent gender equity challenges in workforce retention, leadership advancement, and caregiving policies.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Will UN plans to transform the way it works throw equality under the bus'?

UN Women and UNFPA merger proposal risks diluting gender equality commitment amid global crises and declining aid, raising concerns among women's rights groups and member states.
Business
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This group of women is leaving the labor force-again

Female labor-force gains from pandemic recovery began reversing in 2025, with net exits concentrated among women—particularly mothers and women of color.
Women in technology
fromNature
1 month ago

Uncharted: Understanding women's health across the body

Women's health remains largely understudied due to historical exclusion from clinical research, creating significant gaps in understanding disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment across most health conditions.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Who Gets to Be a Mother?

We'd been working together for years to make my medication regimen-treatment for schizoaffective disorder-safe for potential pregnancy. Under her care, I was tapering off an antidepressant known to cause respiratory distress and hypertension in a newborn. I'd been experiencing wild mood swings, even suicidal thoughts. My beloved doctor's eyes were sad. "I'm saying no to a pregnancy, Meg." Even in the moment, I understood her priority as a physician was to keep me safe. Still, part of me hated her.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

26 Social Burdens Women Shoulder That Are Completely Exhausting

Putting on makeup. Like, we're supposed to disguise ourselves; otherwise, people think we didn't take this outing seriously, didn't care enough, or didn't act professionally. In some ways, beauty standards are social obligations. Keeping up with nails, clothes, hair, etc., that's almost an expectation in some relationships.
Women
Women in technology
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why supporting a shelter for women is now 'kind of radioactive'

U.S. foreign aid cuts have forced closure of women's shelters in Honduras, leaving abuse survivors without sanctuary or basic resources like food.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

"What A World To Bring A Child Into": 23 Women Who Realized They Never Want To Become Pregnant

Some people feel visceral disgust toward pregnancy and childbirth, finding the idea of something moving inside their body profoundly repulsive and nausea-inducing.
fromBig Think
2 months ago

The medical myth that still shapes misunderstandings of women's health

Hysteria was long attributed to a wandering uterus. The earliest text blaming women's reproduction for illness was the Kahun Gynaecological Papyrus, an Egyptian medical scroll from 1900 BC. Women's wombs were blamed for things like choking, cognitive deficits and the inability to speak, and paralysis. Treatments for women were always nonsurgical: swallowing medicine or rubbing it on the body; fumigating the womb with oils or incense.
Women
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