COVID-19: What’s the advice for pregnant and breastfeeding women?

The world is holding its breath as we face down the pandemic that is the coronavirus or Covid-19. Among those most fearful are pregnant women and new mothers.  Pregnancy is an emotionally vulnerable time for many women. Hormonal and physical changes are part and...

Women as changemakers to promote sustainable health

The Alliance is not alone in its quest to improve maternal health for current and future mothers. Make Mothers Matter was founded nearly 70 years ago to raise the awareness of policy makers and public opinion of the vital role of mothers for promoting peace and their...

Delivering on Maternal Health: not just words but actions

We, at the Alliance for Maternal Health Equality, are often overwhelmed by the support and inspiration that our stakeholders are providing us with. Our MEP Champions are even more helpful and accommodating, the living proof that big institutions don’t need to be...

Research and Innovation for Maternal Health

On December 8, the Alliance for Maternal Health Equality had the pleasure of attending the Together for the Next Generation – Research and Innovation for Maternal and Newborn Health, organised by the European Commission’s (EC) Directorate-General for Research &...

Female MEPs bringing babies to work

Female members of the European Parliament are making their mark by bringing their children with them to work. MEPs are not currently entitled to parental leave, and while they are able to take six months maternity or paternity leave, they cannot be replaced by another...