When Meghan Trainor announced the birth of her third child via surrogate, celebration from fans collided with accusations of exploitation. In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt speaks with Sarah Jefford - surrogacy lawyer and former surrogate to break down why this case has inflamed the debate, what’s being misunderstood and what Australian reform could realistically look like. | The Briefing

Recovery after birth realistically takes 6-18 months, not just 6 weeks. With my first pregnancy, I started working out at 3 months postpartum and reached my pre-baby weight by 6 months. Having my parents around gave me the time and support I needed to focus on myself. The second time around was harder. Living away from family, I struggled to balance the demands of a newborn with the pressure I put on myself to get back to the gym. Now, I’m 5kg heavier than my pre-baby weight, but I move when I c

What I realistically used in my hospital bag during/after giving birth 🤍🏥 to be honest I did end up using a fair bit of it! Also forget to mention roll on deodorant and flip flops are essential 🫶 #hospitalbag #whatiusedinmyhospitalbag #hospitalbagpacking #givingbirth #birth #afterbirth #labour #pregnancy | Roo’s Home

RALLY FOR 'MILLIONAIRE TAX': April Sims, president of the Washington State Labor Council, leads demonstrators in a chant during a rally to support Senate Bill 6346, dubbed the "Millionaires Tax," at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Tuesday, Feb. 10. Video by Chronicle photographer Otto Rabe. | The Chronicle