Babies
Lack of availability of baby formula creating ‘public health crisis’, says MP
Labour’s Chris Webb described the growing trend of ‘formula foraging’ as low-income parents attempted to feed their children.
Oti Mabuse: ‘I was singing through the pain’ giving birth
Ahead of World Prematurity Day, the former pro dancer talks to Lauren Taylor about giving birth at 28 weeks and how motherhood has changed her.
UK could issue NHS-branded baby formula to stop people paying ‘over the odds’
The competition watchdog said the market is dominated by two companies, which have ‘limited incentives’ to compete on price under existing rules.
Public Health Agency warns of dangers of baby bath seats as drownings rise
There is a misconception among parents that a baby bath seat is a safety device
Fertility Week: 6 myths around infertility debunked
To mark Fertility Week (November 4-8), Fertility Network UK reveals the truth behind some of the myths surrounding infertility. By Lisa Salmon.
Toddlers ‘get half their calories from ultra-processed foods’ – study
Eating patterns in early years can set habits that continue into adulthood, experts said.
MP tells how son’s intensive care stay inspired mission to improve healthcare
Liberal Democrat Helen McGuire told the Commons about the ‘terrifying moment’ her six-week old son turned blue.
What is whooping cough and why are cases so high?
The first signs of whooping cough are similar to a cold and can include a runny nose and sore throat before developing into coughing bouts.
Fresh warning over whooping cough as cases rise
The infection has killed nine babies since the latest outbreak began in November.
New pill can increase IVF success rates, study suggests
Experts said they found a ‘clinically significant’ uptick in pregnancy rates during a clinical trial.