Maternal vitamin D deficiency linked to risk of autism in offspring
The study looked at pre-existing data that includes cases of autism spectrum…
Cannabis use disorder becoming now more prevalent among pregnant women
Pregnant women are increasingly consuming cannabis, heightening the risk of drug abuse,…
Study suggests neurosteroid replacement therapy may effectively treat postpartum depression
The paper was authored by Doodipala Samba Reddy of Texas A&M University.
More pregnant women consumed cannabis during the COVID-19 pandemic
Urine toxicology tests were initiated to identify traces of cannabis, between January…
Study cautions against the long-term use of paracetamol during pregnancy
Researchers caution against the long-term use of paracetamol during fetal development in…
A loss of the hormone allopregnanolone linked to altered brain and behavior development in gestation
A loss of a placental hormone during gestation may be linked to…
Study finds mindfulness training may lessen the risk of cesareans
The study received funding from the Netherlands Health Insurance Association and the…
Antidepressants may be considered safe to consume during pregnancy
The study involved the collection of data from the Study to Explore…
How air pollution may increase neonatal risk of obesity among pregnant women
Researchers at the University of Colorado followed more than 100 mother-infant pairs…
Consuming alcohol may be linked to lower chances of pregnancy
The research was funded by the National Institutes of Health.
Researchers built an app to aid pregnant women in leading a healthier lifestyle
305 women were recruited from maternity clinics in Östergötland, Sweden.
Adults born very preterm or very low birth weight at an increased likelihood of lower IQ
The results were released in JAMA Pediatrics.