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Hurdles to abortion will mount on remote U.S. territories without Roe

Without Roe, Guam could revert to an abortion ban dating to 1990. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled the law unconstitutional in 1992, but it has never been repealed.

WEKU

On remote US territories, abortion hurdles mount without Roe

Women from the remote U.S. territories of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands will likely have to travel farther than other Americans to terminate a pregnancy if the Supreme Court overturns a precedent that established a national right to abortion in the United States

The Independent UK

After Idaho lawmaker’s comments on Plan B, some worry other birth control is at risk

BOISE, Idaho — Abortion rights advocates like Planned Parenthood are raising concerns that Idaho lawmakers could pave the way to ban different forms of birth control. Their fears come after speculation on outlawing emergency contraception.

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Health risks, money, rape: Why these women had abortions

DENVER — After two losses, Rebecca Leder doesn’t like the terms “pro-choice or pro-life” when it comes to talk about ending a pregnancy.

The Denver Post

New mum left furious as husband claims her pregnancy was 'difficult' for him

A new mum has been left outraged after her husband admitted he was 'happy' her pregnancy was over because it was 'difficult' for him to cope with her 'hormonal mess'

Daily Mirror

Women who are denied abortions risk falling deeper into poverty. So do their kids

A large body of research shows being denied an abortion limits women's education, time in the workforce and wages. It also finds long-term negative impacts for their children.

WEKU

Charlotte Crosby reveals her latest bizarre craving in pregnancy update

Charlotte Crosby has been loving burnt vegetables during this stage of pregnancy - sharing her bizarre meal with fans

Daily Mirror

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In Myanmar, lessons for life after Roe

In Myanmar, abortion is illegal unless the pregnancy can be proven to be a risk to the life of the birth parent

Salon

Baby born with permanent smile due to rare condition affecting just 14 people worldwide

Little Ayla Summer Mucha was born with rare condition bilateral macrostomia which causes the corners of mouths to not fuse properly during pregnancy and faces a future surgery

Daily Mirror

Commentary: I didn’t plan to feed my baby formula — but I’m so glad I did

I’m 24 weeks pregnant, staring down a national formula shortage, just hoping it works itself out before the new baby arrives. My first child was born in April 2020, less than a month into COVID-19 lockdown. He arrived 3 1/2 weeks early, starved out by my preeclampsia (a pregnancy complication…

Los Angeles Times

Former Made In Chelsea star Nicola Hughes opens up about being 'reduced to tears' from suffering painful leg cramps while pregnant

The Dubliner announced she was expecting her first baby with husband Charlie Tupper earlier this month

Irish Mirror

We tested plants used for contraception in South Africa. Here's what we found

In sub-Saharan Africa, 91 per 1,000 pregnancies are unwanted. This is around three times the rates of unintended pregnancies recorded in Europe and North America.

The Conversation

What is a medication, or medical, abortion? 5 questions answered by 3 doctors

Abortion access is in the headlines after Politico released a leaked draft Supreme Court opinion by Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. advising the overturn of Roe v. Wade. On May 4, 2022, SciLine, a nonprofit, independent service that connects scientists to journalists, interviewed three medical experts to answer questions about…

The Conversation

Editorial: Voters should nail down lawmakers on how far they will go to restrict abortion

For years, the anti-abortion movement has generally tolerated exceptions in cases of rape or incest, or when the health or life of the woman was at risk from pregnancy. It was seemingly neutral territory in the debate, a recognition of the complexity of real-life circumstances.

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They're watching you: Post-Roe America

Privacy nonprofit forecasts dark future where "antiquated abortion laws are enforced with cutting-edge technology"

Chicago Tribune

With Roe v. Wade at risk, Planned Parenthood of Illinois makes abortion pills available by mail for state residents

CHICAGO — With the U.S. Supreme Court poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, Planned Parenthood of Illinois said Monday it has begun offering abortion pills by mail for state residents who qualify.

The Independent UK

Fans defend Olivia Wilde from ‘problematic’ pregnancy rumours

‘You do not assume someone is pregnant’

The Hindu

Baby, it’s time to get moving!

Demand for exercise training at Nampally Area Hospital by pregnant women picking up

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Inquiry finds evidence of 'systemic racism' in UK maternity care

Investigation was spurred on by fact that black women in this country are four times more likely to die in pregnancy

The Guardian - UK

Racism in UK maternity care risks safety of Black, Asian and mixed ethnicity women – study

Participants in charity’s year-long inquiry describe being ignored and feeling patronised and dehumanised

Daily Mirror

'My cousin announced her pregnancy at my baby's funeral - I kicked her out'

A grieving mother preparing to bury her two-month-old daughter was left stricken by the insensitivity of her cousin, and felt she had no choice but to ask her to leave the funeral altogether

The National (Scotland)

Data reveals abortion trends in Scotland similar over time

SINCE 1992 there have been over 350,000 pregnancy terminations in Scotland, the vast majority of which were within the 10-week gestation period.

The Independent UK

Ashley Graham suffered severe haemorrhaging after giving birth to twins

Model also opens up about pregnancy loss

The Times of India

Preterm birth: Warning signs that indicate complications during pregnancy and how to avoid them

Preterm birth, defined as a baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy, is a leading cause of infant death and can result in long-term disabilities for those who survive. Each year, approximately 1 million children die as a result of preterm birth complications. According to the World Health Organization, many…

Liverpool Echo

Mum needed life-saving surgery after sharp pain while cleaning the oven

Nikki was rushed to hospital as a result of an ectopic pregnancy

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