Pregnancy

Early Signs of Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a life event (divided into three trimesters of 13 weeks each) that entails substantial physiological and psychological adjustments for the mother. Within each trimester, numerous adaptations occur with the end-goal of facilitating the growth of the fetus.

Hair Growth in Pregnancy

Fibromyalgia and Fertility / Pregnancy

Complications during Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 29 - 32 weeks

Voice Changes and Pregnancy

How is the Sex of a Fetus Determined?

Pregnancy and Infectious Diseases

Diagnosis of fatty liver of pregnancy

Safety, Not “Sharing,” Must Guide Visitor Policies for Cesarean Surgery

What is Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy?

The Constituents of Breast Milk

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Eczema During Pregnancy

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Pregnancy

Pregnancy and Organic Food

The Role of Estrogen in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 25 - 28 weeks

How does Pregnancy Affect Breast Cancer Risk and Survival?

What is the Third Stage of Labor?

What is the Triple Screen in Pregnancy?

Can Men Improve the Chances of a Successful Pregnancy?

Pregnancy: 17 - 20 weeks

Breast and Nipple Changes During Pregnancy

The Genetics of Pre-Eclampsia

What is intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP)?

Medical Complications of Twins, Triplets and Multiples

Maternal Birthing Positions

Pregnancy: 0-8 weeks

Breastfeeding During Pregnancy

Pregnancy Denial

Recurrent Miscarriage Epidemiology

Piles (Haemorrhoids) in Pregnancy

What is the Quadruple or Combined Test?

Does Morning Sickness Occur at Other Times of Day?

Is it Safe to Exercise During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy: 21 - 24 weeks

Back Pain in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 33 - 36 weeks

Breeched Birth: Caesarean Section or Vaginal Delivery?

What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Lupus and Pregnancy

How Much Should My Baby Move During Pregnancy?

What Causes an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Dangers of Vitamin Deficiency During Pregnancy

Foot Conditions and Pregnancy

Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 37 - 40 weeks

Supplements During Pregnancy

Constipation in Pregnancy

Pregnancy Myths

Pregnancy: 9 - 12 weeks

What is hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness)?

Why is Caffeine Dangerous During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy: 13 - 16 weeks

Pregnancy: over 40 weeks

Diabetes and Pregnancy

Maternal Immune Activation During Pregnancy

Heartburn in Pregnancy

Obesity in Pregnancy

Osteoporosis and Pregnancy

Zika Virus in Pregnant Women

Extended Breech, Flexed Breech and Footling Breech

Breast Changes After Birth

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy

What is Amniotic Fluid Embolism?

Smoking and Pregnancy

Fetal Movements in Pregnancy

How Soon Can You Have Sex After Having a Baby?

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

Dental Care During Pregnancy

What Causes Miscarriage?

Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy Treatment

Recurrent Miscarriage Causes

Latest Pregnancy News and Research

Study finds continued use of risky antiseizure drugs during pregnancy

Despite evidence of the risk of malformations at birth, or birth defects, use of some antiseizure drugs during pregnancy has persisted, according to a study published on July 23, 2025, in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

24 Jul 2025

Forever chemicals cross placenta and breast milk affecting babies’ immunity

New research reveals that tiny amounts of PFAS-widely known as "forever chemicals"-cross the placenta and breast milk to alter infants' developing immune systems, potentially leaving lasting imprints on their ability to fight disease.

23 Jul 2025

New menstrual blood test detects endometriosis with five times greater sensitivity

Almost 200 million people, including children, around the world have endometriosis, a chronic disease in which the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus.

22 Jul 2025

Ultrasound descriptions may shape how parents view their unborn children

Most parents can think back to the first ultrasound image they saw of their unborn child, and may even be able to remember what impression that image had on them.

22 Jul 2025

Children in green neighborhoods show better neurodevelopmental outcomes

Living near green spaces before and during pregnancy as well as in early childhood is associated with a reduced risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, according to Rutgers Health researchers.

22 Jul 2025

Amid PFAS fallout, a Maine doctor navigates medical risks with her patients

When Lawrence and Penny Higgins of Fairfield, Maine, first learned in 2020 that high levels of toxic chemicals called PFAS taint their home's well water, they wondered how their health might suffer.

22 Jul 2025

Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy linked to lower breastfeeding rates

Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP) - like chronic or gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and eclampsia - are among the leading causes of maternal and infant death in the United States.

18 Jul 2025

Heart-healthy habits can improve overall physical and psychological well-being

A new study from Emory University reveals that maintaining optimal cardiovascular health can significantly improve overall physical and psychological well-being.

18 Jul 2025

Maternal RSV vaccination linked to sharp drop in infant lung infections

Vaccination of pregnant women has been linked to a drop in newborns being admitted to hospital with a serious lung infection, research suggests.

18 Jul 2025

Study highlights gaps in preeclampsia risk assessment and aspirin use

A new study sponsored by Mirvie, which is the first to evaluate U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines for preeclampsia risk and aspirin prescription in a single, nationally representative, prospective population, found while high-risk factors had sufficient value in estimating risk, there's limited value for the moderate risk category - leading to nonspecific recommendations for aspirin use, a recognized prevention tool.

18 Jul 2025

Parental cholesterol predicts asthma severity in children

Parental metabolic health influences childhood asthma severity, with paternal cholesterol showing modest protective effects against exacerbating symptoms.

18 Jul 2025

Human eggs use a minimalist strategy to stay healthy for decades

Human eggs are some of the most patient cells in the body, lying dormant for decades until needed. A study published today in The EMBO Journal shows that the cells deliberately slow the activity of their internal waste disposal systems as they mature, most likely an evolutionary design which keeps metabolism low and damage at bay.

18 Jul 2025

Aluminum vaccines cleared of long-term health risks

Findings from a cohort of 1.2 million children indicate aluminum-adsorbed vaccines do not raise the risk of autism, asthma, or autoimmune diseases.

17 Jul 2025

New data confirms efficacy of mitochondrial donation in preventing disease

The UK's pioneering licensed IVF technique to reduce the risk of mitochondrial diseases carried out in Newcastle has seen eight babies born, published research shows.

17 Jul 2025

Many HIV-exposed newborns miss preventive treatment after birth

Newborns exposed to HIV during pregnancy or birth should receive preventive antiretroviral medication immediately after delivery to reduce the risk of transmission from mother to child.

16 Jul 2025

Taking specific antiseizure drugs during pregnancy linked to increased risk of malformations at birth

A new study that examined older and newer medications to treat seizures has found that using some medications during pregnancy is linked to an increased risk of malformations at birth, or birth defects.

16 Jul 2025

In utero exposure to vape liquids can alter skull shape during fetal development

In utero exposure to two liquid ingredients in e-cigarettes – minus the nicotine that drives addiction – can alter skull shape during fetal development, a new study in mice has found.

16 Jul 2025

Heart healthy habits boost overall body health and longevity

People who had more heart-healthy habits and factors, as assessed by the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7 metrics for ideal cardiovascular health, had more positive benefits for whole body health, according to a review of research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open-access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

16 Jul 2025

Gut-brain axis in eating disorders offers new treatment potential

Understanding the gut-brain axis is key to addressing eating disorders. This study highlights microbiota's influence and emerging therapeutic approaches.

16 Jul 2025

Childhood heart health predicts lifelong well-being, study finds

Optimal heart health from birth through adolescence, as measured by a combination of metrics, leads to long-lasting cardiovascular and overall physical, cognitive and mental health, according to the systematic review published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

16 Jul 2025