The UK’s NCT has long provided new parents with expert info and a route to a new set of pals. But the pricey classes and ideological zealotry mean that many mums are after an alternative. Enter Peanut, which applies a Tinder-like model to friendship, easing anxieties at this stressful life stage.

One in three Japanese women are fearful of their boss’ opinion of them if they decided to have a child and go on maternity leave. Despite improved laws and company policies, expecting mothers aren’t feeling comfortable in the workplace due to social pressures in their offices.

Smock tops, tent dresses and elasticated waists – maternity fashion has a bad rep. But Rosie Pope wants to prove that being pregnant doesn’t mean your look can’t be on point. So how is the lifestyle brand empowering mums-to-be to show off their bumps and spend big on maternity wear?

Out of all American households with both a mother and father, nearly half see both parents employed full time. Tammy Duckworth was the first US senator to have a child while holding public office in 2018, using the occasion to bring attention to the needs of working parents.