A Stressful Pregnancy May Reduce the Chance of Having a Baby Boy

MEDICINE & HEALTH 10.25.2019 11:21 AM

A new study suggests that pregnant women who are stressed may not be able to develop a baby boy. A higher risk of pre-term birth is also possible.

Daughter’s Fertility Rests On Mother’s Smoking During Pregnancy

09.21.2019 12:15 PM

Smoking during pregnancy is at is bad for the health of both the mother and the baby; however, a new study shows that the daughter’s fertility in the future may be greatly affected by this unwanted practice too.

Can Babies Hear Sounds While They are in the Womb?

08.30.2019 08:11 AM

Most pregnant women let their babies listen to music and sing to them while they are sitll inside their belly, but can babies really hear them?

FDA: Some Brain, Energy, and Weight Loss Supplements Linked to Pregnancy Complications

06.08.2019 08:20 AM

A widely available dietary supplement ingredient may cause problems with fetal development or even miscarriages if these supplements for use during pregnancy.

Families With Higher Socioeconomic Position is Associated to Greater Exposure to Several Environmental Chemical Contaminants

05.13.2019 11:51 AM

Similarly, children from families with a higher social position had a higher risk of exposure to organochlorine compounds per – and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), mercury, arsenic, and bisphenol A

Opioid Crisis in Utah: Leading Cause of Pregnancy Related Death

05.09.2019 10:17 AM

Postpartum women who have previously or currently struggled with substance abuse are at a higher risk of overdosing

Is Giving Birth at Home Safe?

05.06.2019 15:54 PM

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, gave birth to a baby boy and people are now wondering if giving birth at home is safe for both the mother and the baby.

Potential Connection Between Autism and Use of Antidepressants During Pregnancy

04.30.2019 11:45 AM

Researchers foresee a possible mechanism that could potentially be exploited for future therapies Led by Duke-NUS Medical School, a team of researchers has discovered a possible link between autistic-like behavior in adult mice and exposure to a conventional antidepressant in the womb.

New Male Birth Control Has Passed Human Safety Tests

03.28.2019 09:13 AM

Will men finally have the much needed aid in planned pregnancies? Male birth control could be the wave of the future when it comes to planned parenthood.

The controversial 'Abortion Reversal' regimen is put to the test

03.22.2019 15:09 PM

The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology says suggestions that a medical abortion can be reversed after more than an hour has passed aren't supported by scientific evidence.

Zika Retreats In America; Pregnancy Problems Does Not Have To Blame Only On The Virus

06.14.2017 17:09 PM

Researchers have investigated and observed that Zika virus is not the only thing to be blame on pregnancy problems and fetal abnormalities for it only results to small rate on the problems. Furthermore, Zika virus now retreats in America for the cases had been decreased from last year.

Chronic Pain After Cesarean Delivery Could Be Reduced With Breastfeeding, Study Reveals

06.04.2017 13:44 PM

A study found out that breastfeeding after undergoing cesarean delivery eases chronic pain. The latest guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) is said to be that babies should be breastfed for the first 6 months of their life.

Why Zika Virus Causes Microcephaly In Pregnant Mother's Babies, Scientists Explain

06.04.2017 13:36 PM

Researchers discover why babies born from a mother infected with Zika virus has a rare case of microcephaly.

Artificial Womb Successfully Grew Premature Baby Lamb: Could Save Human Premature Babies Too, But Others Disagree

04.27.2017 19:22 PM

Others disagree on the future use of the artificial womb due to ethical reasons like abortion policies.

Rare Video Of Seahorses Secret World: Male Giving Birth To 2000 Babies In One Session

04.10.2017 11:34 AM

Unlike any other species of animals, It is the male Seahorse that gives birth to its offsprings. The female seahorses deposit their egg in the male's pouches which are then fertilized by him.

Birth Control Medication Leads To Depression, Is There Enough Proof?

04.06.2017 01:08 AM

Despite the advantage of birth control pills in preventing teenage pregnancy, its effects such as depression are currently on waves.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Maybe Caused By Weak Maternal Immune System

03.22.2017 02:46 AM

Scientists have found out that autism spectrum disorder might be caused by the weak maternal immune system.

How Sperm Cells Travel To The Fallopian Tube: Scientists Explain The Process Of Conception

03.21.2017 01:17 AM

Scientists have a better understanding of how sperms travel from vagina to the fallopian tube after observing a rhythmic pattern in its movements.

Malnutrition & Obesity Increase Risks During Pregnancy - Health Experts

03.18.2017 13:27 PM

Experts believe that pregnancy is riskier today due to escalating cases of malnutrition and obesity epidemic.

Nicotine Exposure Before And After Birth Causes Hearing Problems For Babies

02.14.2017 01:21 AM

Studies has found out that exposure to nicotine might be the cause of hearing problems with some babies.

NIH Finds Aspirin Helpful For Pregnancy Of Women With High Inflammation

02.13.2017 09:07 AM

After study, NIH has found out that aspirin is very helpful for women with high inflammation if they want to get pregnant.