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Newborn Babies at Risk: The Hidden Dangers of Maternal Bacteria

University of Cambridge — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:34:21 +0000

A University of Cambridge study reveals that Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in the placenta significantly raises the risk of newborns being admitted to neonatal units,...

Warning: Cannabis Use During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Risk of Adverse Birth Outcomes

Society for the Study of Addiction — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:39:46 +0000

A study recently published in the journal Addiction found that infants exposed to cannabis in the womb are more likely to be born prematurely, have...

Scientists Develop New “Game-Changing” Technology for Pregnant Women With Diabetes

University of East Anglia — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:45:14 +0000

Researchers at the University of East Anglia suggest that automated insulin delivery should be adopted for pregnant women with type 1 diabetes. The technology, referred...

Revealing the Hidden Causes: Yale Study Uncovers Key to 90% of Mysterious Pregnancy Losses

Yale University — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 17:33:22 +0000

Researchers from Yale have demonstrated that placental examination resulted in the accurate pathologic determination of more than 90% of previously unexplained pregnancy losses, a discovery...

The Motherhood Makeover: How Pregnancy “Rewires” the Brain

The Francis Crick Institute — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 21:30:40 +0000

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have shown that pregnancy hormones ‘rewire’ the brain to prepare mice for motherhood. Their findings, published on October 5...

New Research Links AHA Diet to a Lower Risk of Miscarriage

Universitat Rovira i Virgili — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:55:31 +0000

This diet plan aims to reduce the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases and other long-term health issues. The findings of the research, led by the URV,...

Dads in Distress: The Overlooked Postpartum Depression in Fathers

Emily Stone, University of Illinois Chicago — Sun, 08 Oct 2023 14:42:25 +0000

A University of Illinois Chicago study found that fathers can suffer from postpartum depression. The research highlights the significance of engaging men in healthcare during...

Scientists Discover Simple Way to Boost the Effectiveness of Popular Emergency Contraceptive Pill

The Lancet — Sat, 09 Sep 2023 01:47:22 +0000

According to a randomized controlled trial recently published in The Lancet, combining the anti-inflammatory drug piroxicam, often prescribed for arthritis pain, with the levonorgestrel emergency...

New Study Unlocks Secrets of High-Elevation Pregnancies

University of Montana — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 06:34:08 +0000

Pregnancy at elevated altitudes often leads to low birth weights and various complications. These issues are seen across a broad spectrum of mammals, from deer...

Eating This Common Ingredient During Pregnancy Could Pose a Health Risk

PLOS — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 12:42:24 +0000

The study indicates that there is a need for mothers to be aware of the risks associated with ultra-processed foods. A new study in mice...

Debunking the “Weekend Effect” – New Insights on Birth Timings and Baby Mortality

City University London — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:41:21 +0000

A recent study provides a comprehensive examination of the factors influencing the timing of births, indicating that for the vast majority of deliveries, being born...

The COVID-19 Trojan Horse: How the Virus Breaks Into the Placental Fortress

Monash University — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 15:00:18 +0000

Human skin cells reprogrammed into placental stem cells shows how COVID infects placenta — and how it can be stopped. In a landmark study published...

Lifesaving Drug Could Be Made Accessible to All

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:53:21 +0000

A study, involving the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) researchers, has shown that tranexamic acid (TXA), a drug aimed at tackling serious...

Pregnancy Exposure to “Forever Chemicals” May Fuel Childhood Obesity

Brown University — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 21:16:55 +0000

A federally funded study led by researchers at Brown University showed links between prenatal exposure to PFAS substances and slightly higher BMI in children. The...

E-MOTIVE: New Lifesaving Solution Dramatically Reduces Severe Bleeding After Childbirth

University of Birmingham — Tue, 16 May 2023 21:56:08 +0000

A trial of a set of interventions to manage postpartum hemorrhage, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found a 60% reduction in heavy...

“Not Good” – Results From First-Ever Maternal Health Report Card Released

George Washington University — Wed, 10 May 2023 16:07:30 +0000

The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, working in partnership with George Washington University, is releasing the inaugural assessment of state initiatives to tackle maternal...

Diabetes Alert: Big Babies Could Spell Big Trouble for Mothers Years Later

Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 20:29:22 +0000

A study indicates that individuals who deliver large-for-gestational age (LGA) babies, even without having gestational diabetes, are more likely to develop prediabetes or Type 2...

Hidden Dangers: How Pregnancy Complications Can Haunt Mothers for 50 Years

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:04:20 +0000

A new study that utilizes extensive and racially inclusive data has revealed that complications arising from pregnancy and childbirth can have fatal consequences for as...

New, Very Promising Drug Has the “Unique Ability To Prevent Malaria”

University of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:38:55 +0000

In the crowded streets of Korogwe, Tanzania, an expectant mother is navigating the throngs of people, waving her hand in an attempt to shoo away...

How Grain and Dairy Could Lower Your Risk of Miscarriage

University of Birmingham — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 16:41:06 +0000

A recent review of research suggests that a preconception and early-pregnancy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, seafood, dairy, eggs, and grains may be linked to...

New Study: Your Mindset Can Influence the Outcome of Childbirth

University of Bonn — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 17:14:38 +0000

A University of Bonn study found that if birth is perceived as a natural process, it is less likely to experience complications. According to a...

New Research Reveals a Simple Way To Reduce Risk of Gestational Diabetes

Northwestern University — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:22:45 +0000

Exposure to light for a longer duration just before bedtime increases the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes in pregnant women. According to a new study...

A Game-Changer in Male Contraception: Researchers Identify Key Gene

Washington State University — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:00:25 +0000

Researchers have discovered a gene, Arrdc5, which could pave the way for a reversible, non-hormonal male contraceptive. The gene affects sperm count, movement, and shape,...

Researchers Discover New Way To Reverse Infertility

Houston Methodist — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 18:19:35 +0000

The Houston Methodist team employed a bacterial protein which effectively reduced cholesterol levels by more than 40% within a span of three hours. Researchers at...