Pregnant

Baby of terror victim Tzeela Gez dies from wounds after two weeks in intensive care

The baby had been in critical condition since birth, receiving care in the neonatal intensive care unit.

Ravid Haim and his father, Hananel.
 Tzeela Gez, the pregnant woman wounded in a terror attack and succumbed to her wounds, May 15, 2025.

Organ donation by Tzeela Gez, murdered in West Bank shooting, brings hope amid tragedy

 New study reveals pregnant women in Viking society depicted as warriors.

New study reveals pregnant women in Viking society depicted as warriors

 Tzeela Gez, the pregnant woman wounded in a terror attack and succumbed to her wounds, May 15, 2025.

'Murderous terrorism will not break us': Politicians react to West Bank terror attack


Increase in applications for pregnancy termination in Israel in 2023, CBS reveals

The report reveals that Jewish women had an approval rating of 8.1 per 1,000 women aged 15-49, while Arab women had 6 per 1,000 women.

 A woman holds a pregnancy test in her hands.

Freed hostage held by Hamas Doron Katz-Asher gives birth to daughter

She initially wanted to have another child before the war broke out, and was tossing back and forth over if she still wanted to after captivity.

 Aviv Asher, 2.5 years old, her sister Raz Asher, 4.5 years old, and mother Doron, react as they step off an Israeli military helicopter, shortly after their arrival in Israel on November 24, after being held hostage by Hamas in Gaza.

9 technological innovations that make pregnancy and childbirth a more pleasant experience

The technological revolution in the field of pregnancy and childbirth offers innovative solutions that significantly enhance the experience for both mother and baby.

 Portable ultrasound device

I never thought I’d buy maternity clothes – but if this is the result, wow

Maternity items, and the entire maternity department in fashion chains, always seemed like a niche best avoided. I was wrong – big time. Maternity clothes, here I come! We tested 3 brands.

 The Luna model in dark blue denim by Avishag Arbel, NIS 379

Archaeologists link a pregnant teen's dismembered remains to Manteño sacrifices

Researchers believe the young woman may have been sacrificed due to her fertility, possibly as a ritual offering to appease the gods during devastating El Niño events to ensure agricultural success.

 7 to 9 months pregnant teen's dismembered remains may be testimony to human sacrifice practices in Manteño society, archaeologists believe.

False contractions: What does it mean and how to handle them?

Braxton Hicks contractions usually begin to appear from the second trimester of pregnancy. Unlike real contractions, false contractions do not lead to the opening of the cervix. A guide.

 A pregnant woman

A chance of one in 10,000: Triplets born in Holon's Wolfson Medical Center

"In the sixth week of pregnancy, I went to check my pulse at the gynecologist, and we saw on the ultrasound there were three."

 The Barbi family with their triplets.

Disastrous week in maternity wards: Three mothers die within 24 hours

In addition to the three mothers, two additional tragedies involving newborns occurred earlier in the week.

 PERFORMING AN ultrasound on a pregnant woman.

Transforming the birth market: Fem tech company continues to grow

Just two years since its launch, Tzirim dominates the birth market in Israel, supporting over 30% of expecting mothers with pain relief through its exclusive Elle Tens device.

 Tzirim

Transforming stillbirth care: Four steps hospitals must take for grieving mothers - opinion

In honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Month, medical centers must implement these best practices to better care for mothers who experience a stillbirth.

 YAD SARAH’S Yirmiyahu 33 Rehabilitation and Wellness Hotel in Jerusalem houses its Stillbirth Recovery Center, providing respite for women and couples after stillbirth, including overnight lodging, workshops, and spa facilities.

Pregnancy calculator: Everything you need to know about your due date and pregnancy week

Expecting? Curious about your due date? The pregnancy calculator helps you estimate your due date, track your baby's development, and stay on top of recommended checkups.

 A pregnant woman holding an ultrasound image