Average age of moms giving birth in U.S. rises to nearly 30 years old
Average age also increased for first-time moms, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Experts say there are a few reasons why.
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Pediatrician's program gives cash to pregnant moms
In 2015, Dr. Mona Hanna brought national attention to the corroding water pipes in Flint, Michigan, and linked them to children with lead poisoning. Now she's tackling poverty one baby at a time. Mark Strassmann reports.
Pregnant moms with lupus have better outlooks than ever before, doctor says
One woman learned about the extra challenges of having the autoimmune disease lupus while expecting her first child.
How climate change is increasing complication risks for pregnant women
Early season heat waves gripping the Central and Southern United States are bringing attention to the health dangers of high temperatures during pregnancy.
Extreme heat's risks for pregnant women
Six million people are under heat advisories across the Central and Southern U.S. this week, with temperatures expected to be up to 35° above average. In Texas, temperatures reached triple digits, something historically uncommon for the month of May. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains the health concerns, especially for pregnant women.
Eye on America: New help for postpartum moms
We tour a Michigan facility that's treating postpartum depression with a new approach. In California, a social media influencer documents her experience as part of a growing generation of unpaid family caregivers. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
After struggling to conceive herself, Chicago woman now gives back as gestational surrogate
Amanda Nelson is carrying a child who is not genetically hers for people she didn't know.
Black mothers face higher risks in childbirth
The U.S. has the worst maternal mortality rate of developed countries. New numbers show Black women are three and a half times more likely to die than white women from childbirth and other pregnancy-related causes. Elise Preston reports.
Black women with health concerns urged to advocate for themselves
Black Maternal Health Week raises awareness and advocates for the improvement of maternal health outcomes within the African American community.
Diabetes in pregnancy linked to higher rates of ADHD, autism in kids, study says
Researchers found the risk is heightened by both gestational diabetes, which can develop during pregnancy, and pre-existing Type 2 diabetes.
Husband says Texas abortion law led to pregnant wife's death
Between 2019 and 2022, the maternal mortality rate in Texas increased 56% after the state outlawed abortions.
Mom says she carried wrong embryo in IVF mixup
Krystena Murray was over the moon when she became pregnant through IVF in 2023. She had chosen a sperm donor who looked like her, but in the moments after her son's birth, Murray knew something wasn't right. Janet Shamlian has details.
Doctor speaks on postpartum depression study
A new study suggests that postpartum depression is linked to changes in the brain during pregnancy. Of the 88 mothers examined, 11% showed moderate depression symptoms during late pregnancy, and 17% experienced postpartum depression. Gynecologist Dr. Jessica Shepherd joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Mom receives heart transplant after suffering rare condition after childbirth
Kristin King underwent a heart transplant four months after her heart began to fail following childbirth.
New mom gets heart transplant after rare condition
After suffering symptoms shortly after the birth of her child, doctors discovered Kristin King was suffering from peripartum cardiomyopathy, a rare condition that can happen in the last month of pregnancy or within a few months of delivery. Natalie Brand reports.
Surrogate carries baby for her former teacher
After struggling with infertility for years, a woman gets a message from her former student offering to be her surrogate. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to meet the couple who got a gift from heaven delivered by an angel on earth.
Judge allows 3 states to advance efforts to restrict access to abortion pill
A federal judge in Texas is allowing three other states to pursue a challenge seeking to restrict access to the abortion pill mifepristone nationwide.
Nurse adopts teen mom after caring for her babies
Compassion comes with the territory for hospital nurses, but one raised the bar beyond the call of duty while caring for a 14-year-old mom and her triplets. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" for the story.
"Mornings Memory": The rise of ultrasounds
Ultrasounds, now routine in monitoring pregnancies, were a groundbreaking addition to prenatal care just over 40 years ago. Today's "Mornings Memory" looks back at their rise.
False claims about hidden Plan B "pill" in pregnancy tests resurface online
The "pill" inside pregnancy tests is not an emergency contraceptive, but a desiccant tablet meant to regulate moisture.
New Boston program aims to improve labor and delivery for Black women
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
Judge strikes down Wyoming abortion laws
A judge has struck down Wyoming's overall ban on abortion and its first-in-the nation explicit prohibition on the use of medication to end pregnancy.
Some U.S. women are being asked to prepay for their baby
Pregnant women say health care providers are billing them to deliver their babies earlier than expected. Patient advocates say that's unethical.
Women suing over Idaho abortion ban said they felt like "medical refugees"
One couple took out a loan to cover the out-of-network costs of an abortion and drove eight hours to a hospital in the neighboring state.
Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
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