9 things not to do if you’re trying to get pregnant 
9 things not to do if you’re trying to get pregnant
An obstetrician offers some helpful tips for women looking to conceive.
Zika virus infection rate triples in the U.S. 
Zika virus infection rate triples in the U.S.
CDC registries are now tracking new data for infection in pregnant women, driving up the number of reported cases. Find out how government leaders are responding.
Should servers deny pregnant women alcohol? 
Should servers deny pregnant women alcohol?
New York City released new guidelines stating that expecting moms can’t be denied alcoholic beverages.
Diet soda during pregnancy tied to overweight kids 
Diet soda during pregnancy tied to overweight kids
A new study links artificial sweeteners to higher BMI in infants. Plus, other food and drink pregnant women should avoid.
Children of older mothers have long-term advantages  Featured
Children of older mothers have long-term advantages
The benefits may outweigh the biological risks associated with late pregnancies.
Teen birth rate hits all time low in U.S. 
Teen birth rate hits all time low in U.S.
According to the CDC, teen birth rates have dropped by 40 percent, and up to 50 percent among blacks and Hispanics.
Delaying childbirth may help you live longer  Featured
Delaying childbirth may help you live longer
A study finds that women who have a child after 33 double their chances for longevity.