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.
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."
Benefits of having a baby over 35, according to an OBGYN
Dr. Noa Sterling aims to promote a positive and proactive approach to discussing advanced maternal age.
Shock over husband and MIL's comments about pregnant wife during lunch
A woman's emotional distress sparks discussion on respect and communication in marriage.
Fury as woman invites 120 people to baby shower, then uninvites brother
Newsweek spoke to therapist Michelle King Rayfield about how childhood sibling dynamics can carry into adulthood—with harmful consequences.
Nurse reveals wildest things dads say in the delivery room
Sydney, who is a labor and delivery nurse, told Newsweek: "I was shocked to hear dads say these things."
Is baby brain real? Pregnancy changes whopping 95% of gray matter
These changes to the brain are linked to hormone fluctuations and the psychological wellbeing of mothers after giving birth.
Man praised for changes after learning how he will impact wife's pregnancy
Men have a "direct impact" on the success of pregnancy, a doctor told Newsweek.
Mom has fallopian tubes removed after 2 ectopic pregnancies—then takes test
Already a mom of three, Catherine Garcia took 12 pregnancy tests to confirm the result.
Woman refusing to help sister left homeless after giving birth backed
Newsweek spoke to couple and family therapist April Lancit about whether or not her refusal is justified.
Woman thinks stranger is "ballsy" for commenting on her body, then realizes
"I'd have a jump scare if this was the first time I saw myself in 9 months," the mom-to-be wrote on TikTok.
Gen Z Woman prioritizing travel over helping pregnant cousin applauded
Newsweek spoke with an expert about how to navigate guilt around finances in families.
Pregnant congresswoman blasts "unreasonable" House voting rules
Pettersen is pregnant with her second child and will be the 14th member to give birth while serving in Congress.
Sibling not prepared for who brother brings to wedding "without warning"
"It just made my blood boil!" the original poster wrote in their Reddit post.
Woman caught on doorbell camera doing sweetest thing for friend in labor
Tiffany Remington has known Kathleen Cole since they were six and wanted to make her friend's motherhood journey as smooth as possible.
Passenger did not give up seat for pregnant woman, internet approves
"Because I thought she was purposely being annoying I really didn't give her any attention," Simran Sejpal told Newsweek.
Mom planned to give her baby up for adoption—then everything changed
Tawana Musvaburi's pregnancy, which occurred while she was on contraception, was entirely unplanned.
Woman reveals pregnancy at family photo shoot, unprepared "cringe" reaction
Kaitlyn Ragland told Newsweek her family were "happy" once the news sunk in, but their initial reaction was an unexpected one.
New mom's extraordinary story of how her baby "delivered himself"
"When they placed him on my chest, I was just in shock and I think I said, 'Oh my god' about a hundred times," Jessie Ginsburg told Newsweek.
Celebrity News
Duggar brother welcomes twins with wife
The '19 Kids and Counting' star's wife gave birth to twin girls on Wednesday, January 8.
Pregnant woman backed for banning husband from visiting parents at 31 weeks
Dr. Tracy King, a psychologist, told Newsweek: "His wife may perceive his actions as a lack of understanding or prioritization of her needs."
Mom makes eye-opening point on "reproductive responsibility" in couples
"We share the responsibility for our family. It only makes sense that we share our reproductive responsibility," Erin Monroe said.
Woman backed for walking out on family over comments about miscarriage
An expert told Newsweek that, "regardless of whether you lose your first pregnancy or your fifth, it can hurt all the same."
I faced a humiliating condition after giving birth—then it inspired me
Having a big baby can do a number on your body, and I was no exception.
Hearts melt over dog's reaction to owner's pregnancy bump: "She knows"
The new mom said she was so grateful to have her four-legged best friend by her side throughout the entire pregnancy.
Most relaxed man's reaction to learning wife is pregnant goes viral
His comment has cemented his place as a new internet favorite.
New York becomes first state to offer paid prenatal leave
The policy provides 20 hours of paid leave per year for pregnant employees to attend prenatal medical appointments.
Kate Beckinsale "forced to do photoshoot while bleeding" after miscarriage
The screen star spoke out about a number of her past experiences in Hollywood as she weighed in on Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni.
Pregnant with norovirus? Here's everything you need to know
The CDC has reported 91 outbreaks of norovirus during the week of December 5, up from an average of 65 during the same period from 2012 to 2020.
Twins mom reveals she's pregnant with "Irish triplet," has internet shocked
Ashley, who gave birth to premature twins in February 2024, is now expecting their sibling in February 2025.
Mom who "died" during labor describes missing first month of twins' life
"I was then asked to leave the room, Aaliyah's pulse was lost, and a code blue was called," the twins' dad told Newsweek.
