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Low birth weight is a term used to describe babies who are born weighing less than 5 pounds, 8 ounces (2500 grams). This can be…
Preterm birth, also known as premature birth, is the delivery of a baby before 37 weeks of pregnancy. This can lead to a range of…
The research showed that 2-year-old children whose mothers had been diagnosed with gestational diabetes exhibited poorer language skills compared to children whose mothers had not…
The analysis reveals that the average length of US pregnancies declined by 0.6 weeks from 1990 to 2020 (from 39.1 to 38.5 weeks) and is…
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine have created a new imaging technique that can generate real-time 3D maps of uterine contractions. This technology could…
Transgender men may desire to become pregnant but often face a lack of knowledge and skills from care providers. Amsterdam UMC conducted qualitative research on…
Nominal significant results of different tiers. Multi-ethnic, prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) level >1. Tier 1: PAE only before pregnancy; Tier 2a: PAE during first trimester,…
According to a new global study, most babies born to mothers with COVID-19 were separated after birth resulting in low breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact rates…
According to a groundbreaking international study led by a UVA Health scientist and his team, a single dose of the antibiotic azithromycin can greatly reduce…
A new study published in the Journal of Occupational Health found that certain occupations in South Korea were linked with higher risks of miscarriage and…
Antidepressants are a type of medication used to treat symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. Brazilian scientists propose conducting experiments using lab-grown…
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body known as acupoints. No…
Endometrial cancer, also known as uterine cancer, is a type of cancer that affects the lining of the uterus (the endometrium). It is most commonly…
When exposed to carrot flavors, fetuses had more “laughter-face” responses, but when exposed to kale flavors, they displayed more “cry-face” responses. Scientists have discovered the…
The researchers discovered that females who had given birth had lower levels of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. A study of primates reveals permanent changes in…
According to a new study that used fetal MRI imaging, consumption of alcohol even in low to moderate amounts during pregnancy can change the baby’s…
The study indicated that autophagy may be impaired in pregnant women who go on to develop postpartum depression. Postpartum depression is linked to a lack…
The study found that a mother’s mercury levels had little impact on the development of the child as long as she ate fish. Current advice…
New research indicates that stress may affect a woman’s probability of achieving a pregnancy within a menstrual cycle. New research suggests that stress may affect…