Expecting mothers face a dizzying array of decisions about their health but one study suggests that adding mangoes to the mix ...

Taking prenatal vitamins when not pregnant can lead to excessive intake of certain nutrients. For example, too much iron can cause gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation or nausea, and in ...

Ultrasound plays an essential role in detecting foetal anomalies offering early and accurate diagnosis of various conditions ...

Mother's Gut Microbiome During Pregnancy Shapes Baby's Brain Development Aug. 20, 2024 — A study in mice has found that the bacteria Bifidobacterium breve in the mother's gut during pregnancy ...

As hormones surge, some brain areas shrink in what scientists say may be a fine-tuning that helps mothers bond with and care ...

Ensuring the world’s children have enough nutritious food is critical for economic and social success, says Gates.

Canada is in the midst of a housing crisis. A systematic failure to provide decent and affordable housing means far too many ...

During pregnancy, a woman experiences numerous changes in her body, including hormonal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and ...

People who are pregnant or trying to get pregnant are advised by their health-care providers to stay away from alcohol because of the potential risks to their baby.

13, 2024 — Babies born to pregnant women with obesity are more likely to develop heart problems and diabetes as adults due to fetal damage caused by the high-fat, high-energy diet of their ...