Articles for Tag: "pregnancy"

New definition of “full-term pregnancy” 
New definition of “full-term pregnancy”
A new recommendation may change the date moms are considered ready to give birth.
How mommies’ weight influences kids 
How mommies’ weight influences kids
Experts say that moms who gain excessive weight during pregnancy may increase the risk of their child becoming obese.
New tool to help families get pregnant 
New tool to help families get pregnant
A new device claims that it can tell couples the perfect time to mate.
Should pregnant moms fear the flu shot? 
Should pregnant moms fear the flu shot?
Less than 50 percent of expectant moms get the flu shot. But a new study has more evidence that they have no reason to be afraid.
What a ‘new baby smell’ does for moms 
What a ‘new baby smell’ does for moms
A new study shows that the aroma of newborns triggers a powerful reaction in the reward circuit of women’s brains.
Is caffeine, alcohol safe during pregnancy? 
Is caffeine, alcohol safe during pregnancy?
A controversial new book challenges some traditional medical advice for moms-to-be. Find out why some physicians disagree.
Why pregnancy due dates can be way off 
Why pregnancy due dates can be way off
A new study highlights the difficulty in determining exactly when your bundle of joy will arrive. Learn why.