Pregnancy
Parenting and pregnancy are big topics in family news, and Newsweek has a long history of covering those topics. From health news to important stories related to family news, Newsweek offers a nuanced and broad approach to discussions related to pregnancies and children.
Mom felt the impulse to kill me. Decades later, I discovered why
I was in my late 40s when Mom finally disclosed the symptoms of her illness.
Internet defends wife who got pregnant 15 years after husband's vasectomy
Newsweek spoke to a therapist about how the couple can navigate the uncertainty that comes with such a shocking revelation.
On YouTube, living vicariously through pregnancy announcements
American women are having fewer and fewer children. But on social media, a baby boom reigns.
Pregnant woman sets out to find office food thief: Lands boss in ER
The woman said: "I don't get how I'm the bad guy for messing with MY own food, but a literal thief gets away with stealing."
Pregnant woman's response to sister going into labor first shocks internet
"I feel bad for those babies," one person wrote. "They are going to grow up being pitted against each other instead of having a good cousin relationship."
Woman backed after "snapping" at stepmom over comments about pregnancy
"I was furious," the original poster wrote in her Reddit post.
Girl mom "terrified" about reproductive rights, then has idea about Plan B
Dawn Bantel told Newsweek she has received messages from other women saying how they would follow the example set in her video.
Michigan lawmaker undergoes sterilization to avoid pregnancy under Trump
Michigan State Rep. Laurie Pohutsky told a crowd that gathered for the 50501 Movement that she underwent sterilization surgery.
Celebrity News
'Southern Charm' star Madison LeCroy shares major family update
'Southern Charm' star Madison LeCroy says she was 'shocked' to discover some very big news.
Dad-of-three's reaction to wife "unexpectedly" pregnant again caught on cam
The couple's third child had just turned 1 and was still being breastfed, so the news that another baby was due came as a shock.
Evidence That the Right's Assault on Women Is Here | Opinion
President Donald Trump neutralized a political landmine during the election by emphatically promising he would not sign a national abortion ban, and it's clear now that's not how he will start stifling policies that benefit American women.
Woman backed for telling ex's family the real reason she ended engagement
Newsweek spoke with psychotherapist Stephanie Boucher about how the woman could ensure she looked after herself in the fallout.
Woman backed after kicking sister out of baby shower over age comments
"Kudos to you honestly!" a response to the original poster's Reddit post reads in part.
Mom shares how twin got a 'crooked jaw' in the womb
Mom Taylor Deal, a labor and delivery nurse told Newsweek: "I had never seen an asymmetrical jaw however and so immediately I was concerned."
Pregnant wife kicks husband out of delivery room over his chronic "issue"
A husband's long-ignored issue leads to a breaking point during childbirth.
Woman unsure how to handle coworker's life-changing personal news
"I just think now she wants to keep me away," the original poster wrote on Reddit.
Woman shares big news with maid of honor—reaction takes "3 business days"
Just a few weeks after her friend's wedding, Cindy Shu was too stunned to speak when she heard.
Mom has home birth—later watches video back and realizes what dog was doing
Nichol Gerber told Newsweek that Penny has been "in tune" with her throughout her pregnancy but what happened was still a surprise.
Fertility nurses share the "most rewarding" thing about their job
Nurse Meagan Vanzant, who features in the video, spoke to Newsweek about the heartwarming moment that has over 2 million views on Instagram.
Better Planet
Microplastics may increase preterm birth risk, scientists warn
Researchers found 12 different types of plastic in placentae—with significantly higher levels in those from preterm births.
Spouse who made husband leave work right before meeting backed
"Maybe now that you've made the inconvenience his, he'll remember in the future," a response to the original poster's Reddit post reads.
Husband convinced dog getting "in between" marriage, and photos prove it
Parker Ray said Mabel, his family's dog, has always been "very clingy" and "protective" of them.
Pregnant woman sees blood on floor and panics—then realizes where it's from
Pregnant woman panics over blood spill—discovers it's just her toenail.
Shock at what woman pregnant at 34 told by doctor: "Ridiculous"
Expecting mom Ana told Newsweek: "I was shocked."
Partner mistakenly thought wife was "joking" about baby name suggestions
A father-to-be realizes too late that his wife wasn't joking.
Child support to change under new bill
Healthcare costs associated with pregnancy and giving birth alone are estimated to be nearly $19,000.
Woman slammed for scrutiny over sister-in-law's pregnancy: "Bullying"
"They both want full apologies from the both of us for 'bullying,'" the woman wrote on social media.
I dreamed of a Child. After 10 heartbreaking failures, I kept fighting
I was crushed. I laid my head on the table and cried.
Woman "in shock" at way Doctor revealed baby's sex against her wishes
Al Sheahan tried to stop the doctor from confirming the news but by then it was already too late.
Doctors debunk fake viral claim there's Plan B pills inside pregnancy tests
Dr. Myro Figura told Newsweek that seeking medical advice on social media "can be not only misleading but also downright dangerous."
