Studies show that the vaccine is safe for women who are expecting a child

The issue of partners not being allowed attend maternity service appointments and for long periods ahead of the birth of children is being highlighted by an advocacy group as some restrictions are still in place at some hospitals

Many people around the country want maternity hospitals to allow partners to come in for scans and the whole birth

Hospitals are to consider amending the rules which have prevented partners from offering immediate support in hospitals in the coming weeks

The HSE is looking at plans to allow partners of pregnant women view maternity appointments remotely. It follows criticism over the past couple of months

An expectant mother from the Shannonside Northern Sound region is calling on the government to progress the situation regarding partners being allowed into maternity hospitals

Restrictions on partners attending maternity wards in the Midlands Regional Hospital in Mullingar have been further eased. All birth partners can now attend the labour