Arizona governor on state’s abortion law
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs discusses the Arizona Supreme Court reinstating an abortion law from 1864. The law severely restricts abortion rights in the state as it faces a near-total ban.
Pregnancy
Brittany Mahomes urges moms to "take care of your pelvic floor"
Brittany Mahomes is bringing attention to the importance of pelvic floor health for women. Experts share what to know.
Using weight-loss drugs before pregnancy
Doctors are seeing more women turn to weight-loss drugs ahead of pregnancy. Studies show that being overweight can increase the chances of pregnancy complications, including miscarriages. And while the FDA does not authorize the use of weight loss medications during pregnancy, there is limited information on their effects before conception. Dr. Ilana Ramer Bass, an assistant professor in the division of endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism at Mount Sinai, joined CBS News to discuss the trend.
Rising preeclampsia rates pose heart risks
Preeclampsia, a serious condition that causes high blood pressure during pregnancy, is becoming increasingly common, with a 25% rise in cases over the past two decades. Dr. Celine Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor, highlights the urgency of addressing this trend during American Heart Month.
Alabama lawmakers move to protect IVF clinics
Alabama's House and Senate have both passed bills protecting doctors and clinics that perform IVF, but the legislation does not address the recent ruling that frozen embryos have the same rights as children, effectively ending IVF treatments in the state. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has more.
Trump urges support for IVF
Former President Donald Trump reiterated his support of in vitro fertilization, or IVF, during a rally in South Carolina, calling for Alabama lawmakers to implement legislation to preserve the medical treatments. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle is following the latest.
Alabama's IVF court ruling halts process
The Alabama Supreme Court ruling categorizing frozen embryos created through in vitro fertilization, or IVF, as children under state law has already halted processes in progress for parents trying to conceive. CBS News' Nikki Battiste is following the ruling's impact.
Alabama hospital pauses IVF treatment after ruling
The University of Alabama's hospital has paused in vitro fertilization treatment after the state's Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos are considered people. Meg Oliver takes a look at what the ruling means in Alabama and nationwide.
A stingray with no partner is pregnant. Who's the father?
Despite not living with a male companion in her tank for eight years, Charlotte the stingray ended up pregnant. But how?
Study shows shift toward earlier births
An alarming new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a shift toward shorter pregnancies and earlier births. Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and editor at large for Public Health at KFF, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the report, early-birth risk factors and what expecting mothers can look out for.
Preterm births are on the rise. A doctor shares what to know.
Babies born prematurely are at greater risk of health complications, and the CDC says the preterm birth rate is up 12% since 2014.
Woman speaks about arrest after miscarriage
Brittany Watts was 21 weeks pregnant when doctors told her that her pregnancy was not viable. After experiencing frustrating delays at a hospital, Watts eventually had a miscarriage at home. She was then charged with a felony. Watts and her attorney sat down with national correspondent Jericka Duncan for her first interview since the ordeal.
Tiffany Chen reveals Bell's palsy diagnosis
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings," Tiffany Chen, the partner of renowned actor Robert De Niro, opened up about her struggle with Bell's palsy following the birth of their daughter, Gia Virginia Chen De Niro, in April. More of Gayle King's interview with Chen will air on "CBS Mornings" Friday, July 14.
App offers pregnancy, postpartum support
Simmone Taitt, founder and CEO of Poppy Seed Health, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how to get support and resources during and after pregnancy.
Sofia Richie Grainge announces first pregnancy with husband Elliot
The 25-year-old shared the news in Vogue article published Thursday, revealing that the couple is expecting a girl.
First rhino IVF pregnancy could save species with only 2 living animals
Just two northern white rhinos remain in the world – and the world's first IVF pregnancy in its closest relatives could help their species.
The cost of surrogate pregnancies
For parents hoping to expand their family, gestational surrogacy can seem like a promising option. It can also be a personally and financially rewarding experience for the surrogates. But the practice is not without risks, complications and some ethical questions for both the surrogate and the potential parents. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
Pope Francis blasts surrogacy as a "deplorable" practice
The leader of the Catholic Church doubled down on his condemnation of parental surrogacy, saying it turns a child into "an object of trafficking."
Missing pregnant Texas teen, boyfriend found dead
The bodies of a missing pregnant Texas teen and her boyfriend were found with gunshot wounds in the boyfriend's car. Cristian Benavides reports.
A Black woman was criminally charged after a miscarriage. It shows the perils of pregnancy post-Roe
A Black Ohio woman who miscarried in her bathroom has been charged with abuse of a corpse.
What new morning sickness findings mean
About 7 in 10 women will experience some form of morning sickness during their first trimester of pregnancy. Extreme or severe morning sickness, a condition called hyperemesis gravidarum, affects a small percentage of women, but can lead to life-threatening complications. Dr. Jessica Shepherd, the chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBS News with a look at new findings that could help combat the condition.
Scientists may have pinpointed cause of severe morning sickness
Lowering or pre-exposing a pregnant person to the hormone GDF15 could help lessen morning sickness symptoms once pregnant, according to new research.
Scientists zeroing in on cause of morning sickness
A new study published in the journal Nature has found that a single hormone known as GDF15 could be the exact cause of morning sickness during pregnancy. Researchers hope the discovery will help lead to more effective treatment. Janet Shamlian has more.
Possible cause of morning sickness discovered
A new study finds severe morning sickness in pregnant women may be linked to a certain hormone produced in the placenta, and doctors say the discovery could help lead to new treatments to prevent the condition. CBS News' Tina Kraus reports.
Texas Supreme Court blocks abortion
The Texas Supreme Court ruled against 31-year-old Kate Cox to receive an abortion just hours after she left the state to receive the procedure. CBS News' Janet Shamlian has the latest.
Government shutdown continues as Smithsonian museums, National Zoo temporarily close
The government shutdown entered its 12th day on Sunday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan, and the Trump administration began laying off thousands of federal workers.
China's capacity to hack the U.S. is growing, former NSA head says
Recently retired Gen. Tim Haugh warns that China is hacking America's computer systems – targeting water, infrastructure and telecommunications. He says China's capacity for targeting the U.S. is growing.
Israel expects hostages to be freed "in a few hours" as ceasefire holds
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has brought cautious calm to the region as aid begins to flow into the Gaza Strip.
Vance accuses Democrats of "hostage-taking" with government shutdown posture
Democratic leaders in Congress have pushed for serious negotiations with Republican leaders and the White House to end the stalemate.
Ousted NSA head Gen. Tim Haugh on his firing
In his first television interview since his firing, Gen. Tim Haugh discusses his termination by the Trump administration.
Diane Keaton, star of "Annie Hall" and "Father of the Bride," dies at 79
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court today
The former justice who was the deciding vote on some of the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions talks about the Court today, and about his memoir, "Life, Law & Liberty."
South Carolina bar shooting kills at least 4, injures 20
The shooting at Willie's Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island left at least 20 injured, including four in critical condition, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office said.
Coral reefs are first environmental system to pass climate "tipping point"
Crucial for marine life and the global economy, coral reefs are the planet's first major environmental system to cross a climate "tipping point" as the world warms.