The TV personality and cookbook author already has two children with singer John Legend

The Loki star recently appeared to confirm his engagement to the Fresh Meat actress

Ricci Meehan’s mother in court appealed to hospitals and maternity units to now routinely screen at the 20-week scan for Vasa praevia

Every child’s progress and development path is unique, so although many of us like to boast about our newborn’s progression, remember that others may not be having the same experience and it can cause anxiety among new parents.

The ways in which mothers might still be struggling with the repercussions of having a baby during Covid could be mild, moderate or severe.

Kathriona Devereux reflects on a new report on how the marketing of formula milk influences our decisions on infant feeding

In her weekly column in WoW! Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some advice for navigating nausea and vomiting in pregnancy 

Twins recall their special time together at Cork University Maternity Hospital, after they gave birth to baby girls, just days apart, writes SANDRA QUINN

Carrigaline woman Sue Carter, based in London, was inspired to create her own clothing line, CARI, after she struggled to find quality, fashionable and practical clothing when pregnant, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

We spend lots of time planning what we will need for the new arrival, but mums often forget about their own needs. Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some advice

JANE MCNAMARA looks at the cost, legalities and choices surrounding solo parenting in Ireland, using sperm donation and talks to one Cork woman who went down that route

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll recalls her own recent pregnancy and labour during Covid restrictions and said we have to do better by women

What are the items you will really need for your baby? So asks Eimear Hutchinson, as she shares some of the invaluable pieces of equipment she has used, with her four children

Here midwives explain what you should do in the event of baby arriving unexpectedly early

Doulas work with women during and after birth. Here IRENE HALPIN LONG talks to a post-partum doula about her work, and also a family who used the service

The current policy to only allow partners into the labour ward when women are in active labour needs to be reviewed, says JENNIFER HORGAN who talks to two, men who have recently become fathers.

The time after a baby is born is sacred, Postpartum Doula Maeve Murray tells LINDA KENNY

However smooth or complicated the birth was, all new mums need to focus some time and energy on looking after themselves. By Liz Connor.

BRENDA DENNEHY talks to a Cork woman about pregnancy loss, suffering from POCS and her hopes of becoming a mother, as she and her husband embark on IVF treatment

PRUDENCE WADE asks a midwife how to deal with any anxiety an expectant parent might feel

New mums need to look after themselves, but there may be some unexpected physical reminders of the birth, a midwife tells LISA SALMON

A new four-part TV series explores the issues parents encounter on this complex journey

Comedian Amy Schumer has been praised for showing a picture of her C-section scar. Why is it so important she did that? Asks KATIE WRIGHT

The move by the HSE to provide lactation breaks for all breastfeeding mothers returning to work after mat leave, up to their child's second birthday, is a great move, says KATHRIONA DEVEREUX

A reproduction professor and top midwife give LISA SALMON the answers to some common fertility and pregnancy questions and separate the truths from the lies

Cork midwife Margaret O’Driscoll is set to retire from Cork University Maternity Hospital, after four decades caring for babies, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

Back in November, baby Siofra’s story captured the hearts of our readers, when we marked World Prematurity Day. She was born weighing just 2lbs 9oz. EMMA CONNOLLY caught up with the Cork family

Kinsale’s community rallied around these this couple when their triplets arrived. CHRIS DUNNE catches up with the Dalys

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has confirmed she is expecting her first child. She announced the news on Instagram in a Christmas-themed post.

Perinatal psychologist Mia Scotland says many women have PTSD after a traumatic birth and explains how they can deal with it and enjoy their new baby.

Since she was born weighing 3lbs, little Rhiannon Evans has shown fighting spirit. EMMA CONNOLLY talks to her mum, as she celebrates the little girl’s 1st birthday

Reflecting on World Prematurity Day, recently, Kathriona Devereux looks at a major milestone in the history of neonatal medicine.

To mark Pregnancy and Baby Loss Awareness day today, October 15, West Cork mum Caroline Murphy shares her personal story with CHRIS DUNNE

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Week runs from October 9 to 15. Here are ways you can help someone whose baby has died

For the last six months, partners have been side-lined due to Covid-19 restrictions in maternity hospitals - but something has to change, so says Kathriona Devereux in her weekly column

Despite one in three babies being born by C-section in Ireland (a rise of 50% since 2000), it’s a procedure that comes with many misconceptions, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

The early stage of parenthood is already a vulnerable time for women — so how is the current Covid-19 pandemic impacting maternal mental health? By Lauren Taylor

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll gives some advice on what essentials you need to bring with you, when going into labour

Glanmire woman, Madge Fogarty, set up a support group for women with Post Natal Depression, having suffered it herself. CHRIS DUNNE catches up with her to find out about their ongoing work in 2020

Pilates, Yoga and home-based weights exercises can all be good ways for mums-to-be to keep fit at home, says Lauren Taylor

WoW! columnist Dr Michelle O'Driscoll is currently pregnant with her second child. Here she shares her worries and concerns and and advice as she navigates pregnancy during a pandemic

A pioneering new website is offering support to women and their partners, after pregnancy loss in the first trimester, writes AILIN QUINLAN

Ahead of a conference today, Thursday February 27, at Cork University Maternity Hospital, The hospital’s Domestic Violence Committee tells us about their work

A domestic violence conference takes place tomorrow in Cork University Maternity Hospital, writes AILIN QUINLAN

New pregnancy nutrition guidelines have been released this week, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

High-risk pregnancies and premature births can be a very traumatic time for mums and dads to be, but a new project is helping them share the experience, writes ELLIE O’BYRNE

Five midwives provide a home birth service for the HSE, for free, in the Cork and Kerry region. GRAINNE MCGUINNESS caught up with one Cork family whose third child was born at home

Anxiety around pregnancy and labour can be overwhelming — but there are things that can help. By Liz Connor.

In the second week of her new column, Michelle O’Connell talks about the different pregnancy symptoms women can face and how best to tackle them

We asked real mums to reveal the pain-relief methods that really work. Claire Spreadbury gets the lowdown.