The rise and rise of the birth strike

It’s been raining for days. I fantasise about ...

Among the many remarkable aspects of Clara Schumann’s life was the fact that she gave birth to eight children – seven of whom lived to adulthood. Given she lived in the 19th century, it is astonishing

I put my plans to be a mum on ice

TV presenter Steph McGovern, 43, on motherhood and Middlesbrough

The Government is currently reviewing the UK’s parental leave system. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for mothers and grandmothers, says Anna Whitehouse

I wanted to start a family, so I invited the girls round for a party