Prenatal supplements largely lack the recommended amount of omega-3 fatty acids to help prevent preterm birth

by Mary Scourboutakos,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainMost prenatal supplements lack the amount of omega-3 fatty acids that could help prevent preterm birth, meaning delivery before 37

Updated on: December 13,2024

Prenatal supplements largely lack the recommended amount of omega-3 fatty acids to help prevent preterm birth

by Mary Scourboutakos,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainMost prenatal supplements lack the amount of omega-3 fatty acids that could help prevent preterm birth, meaning delivery before 37

Updated on:December 13,2024

Looking for an ob/gyn? Here's how

by Cara MurezIt's important to find the right OB-GYN to guide you through some of life's greatest joys and troubles.An obstetrician-gynecologist works withwomenthroughfamily

Updated on: January 12,2024

Looking for an ob/gyn? Here's how

by Cara MurezIt's important to find the right OB-GYN to guide you through some of life's greatest joys and troubles.An obstetrician-gynecologist works withwomenthroughfamily

Updated on:January 12,2024

Largest ever genetic study of age of puberty in girls shows links with weight gain

byUniversity of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainGenes can indirectly influence the age at which girls have their first period by accelerating weight gain in childhood, a known risk factor for

Updated on: July 08,2024

Largest ever genetic study of age of puberty in girls shows links with weight gain

byUniversity of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainGenes can indirectly influence the age at which girls have their first period by accelerating weight gain in childhood, a known risk factor for

Updated on:July 08,2024

Researchers identify circulating proteins linked to preeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy

byMassachusetts General HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPreeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy—which are characterized by high blood pressure with or without organ dysfuncti

Updated on: January 12,2024

Researchers identify circulating proteins linked to preeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy

byMassachusetts General HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPreeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy—which are characterized by high blood pressure with or without organ dysfuncti

Updated on:January 12,2024

Stress during pregnancy can lead to early maturation of first-born daughters, suggests study

by Elizabeth Kivowitz,University of California, Los AngelesSilhouette of a pregnant woman with a pink arrow pointing to a girl and a blue arrow pointing to a boy. Credit:Psychoneuroendocri

Updated on: March 07,2024

Stress during pregnancy can lead to early maturation of first-born daughters, suggests study

by Elizabeth Kivowitz,University of California, Los AngelesSilhouette of a pregnant woman with a pink arrow pointing to a girl and a blue arrow pointing to a boy. Credit:Psychoneuroendocri

Updated on:March 07,2024

Fainting during the first trimester of pregnancy may raise risk of problems for mom and baby

by American Heart AssociationCredit: American Heart AssociationPregnant women who faint (syncope) during pregnancy, especially in their first trimester, may have a higher risk of health problems

Updated on: April 08,2024

Fainting during the first trimester of pregnancy may raise risk of problems for mom and baby

by American Heart AssociationCredit: American Heart AssociationPregnant women who faint (syncope) during pregnancy, especially in their first trimester, may have a higher risk of health problems

Updated on:April 08,2024

How an egg cell's 'operating manual' sets the stage for fertility

by Carnegie Institution for ScienceAn illustration of gene expression underlying wave1 and wave2 follicle production. Each dot on the diagram mathematically summarizes the gene expression of indi

Updated on: May 16,2024

How an egg cell's 'operating manual' sets the stage for fertility

by Carnegie Institution for ScienceAn illustration of gene expression underlying wave1 and wave2 follicle production. Each dot on the diagram mathematically summarizes the gene expression of indi

Updated on:May 16,2024

Labor after previous cesarean should be considered

by BioMed CentralCredit: CC0 Public DomainLabor after Cesarean may be successful in over 90% of cases and thus may be considered a reasonable option for both mother and child, a study published i

Updated on: May 05,2024

Labor after previous cesarean should be considered

by BioMed CentralCredit: CC0 Public DomainLabor after Cesarean may be successful in over 90% of cases and thus may be considered a reasonable option for both mother and child, a study published i

Updated on:May 05,2024

PMS: What it is, symptoms, and how to get relief

by Sue BenzulyAre you tired of feeling moody, bloated and achy every month right before you get your period?You're not alone. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition that affects many wo

Updated on: February 18,2024

PMS: What it is, symptoms, and how to get relief

by Sue BenzulyAre you tired of feeling moody, bloated and achy every month right before you get your period?You're not alone. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition that affects many wo

Updated on:February 18,2024

Prenatal exposure to GLP-1 receptor agonists and other second-line antidiabetics may not pose greater risk than insulin

byHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainInfants born to women with pre-gestational type 2 diabetes who take second-line non-insulin antidiabetic medications (ADMs) du

Updated on: January 13,2024

Prenatal exposure to GLP-1 receptor agonists and other second-line antidiabetics may not pose greater risk than insulin

byHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainInfants born to women with pre-gestational type 2 diabetes who take second-line non-insulin antidiabetic medications (ADMs) du

Updated on:January 13,2024