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childbirth

[chahyld-burth] / ˈtʃaɪldˌbɜrθ /


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Central and local government officials have tried with limited success in recent years to incentivise marriage and childbirth, from launching dating apps to boosting child-rearing allowances and subsidising parental leave.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

I just want a guy that thinks that I should not die in childbirth and that I can also have a job,’” Guzzo said.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

While the circumstances of her death remain private, a family representative told The Times that media reports stating that she died as a result of childbirth complications are not accurate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Hague has been open with her fans about her struggles with pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood, describing having her first child as challenging at times.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

As to Inigo’s personal life, he was always just a trifle hungry, he had no brothers or sisters, and his mother had died in childbirth.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman




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