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Boys with autism exposed to more hormones during pregnancy
A new study indicates that boys with autism were exposed to higher levels of hormones in the womb than their neurotypical peers. -
Pregnancy
Taking care of yourself while pregnant
All the things you normally did pre-pregnancy — from coloring your hair to getting manis and pedis and having your bikini area waxed... -
Pregnancy
Prenatal vitamins making you gag? Try Mommi protein shakes
It's no easy task trying to choke down a prenatal vitamin the size of a horse pill when you're battling morning sickness.... -
Pregnancy
Do you have prenatal anxiety?
Pregnancy is supposed to be a joyous time. But if you're spending more time worrying than celebrating your baby's impending arrival,... -
Pregnancy health and wellness
Infant mortality awareness month: Prenatal care
Did you know that the United States has a higher infant mortality rate than Slovenia, Hungary and Cuba? Let's take a look at how you...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Preparation
Prenatal classes: Worth it or waste of time?
Before baby arrives, moms and dads have the opportunity to take a variety of prenatal classes. We asked real moms if they found...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
General
Save money on your vitamins
The U.S. birthrate has been declining since 2007, and experts blame the economy. Short of forgoing having children, the trick in...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Prenatal testing
Understanding prenatal test results
You may want every prenatal test in the book or choose to skip some. Either way, it's important to understand results and what they...Max 5 stars90My Rating -
Pregnancy
Accurate and non-invasive prenatal testing
As a pregnant mother, you’ve probably heard about prenatal testing but you’re not convinced that the risks are worth it. Read about...Max 5 stars43My Rating -
High risk pregnancy
Amnio isn't the only option
Amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling are tests synonymous with advanced maternal age, but now expectant moms 35 years and...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
Pregnancy
Prenatal stress keeps infants and toddlers up at night
Anxious or depressed mothers-to-be are at increased risk of having children who will experience sleep problems in infancy and... -
Pregnancy
Prenatal vitamins may reduce risk of brain tumors in children
Women who take multivitamins early in pregnancy may reduce the risk that their child will develop some types of brain tumors. -
Pregnancy health and wellness
Prenatal health strongly influences future economic success
While much attention has been paid to how inherited traits such as skin tone or height influence economic success, a groundbreaking... -
Pregnancy health and wellness
Help - I got a positive AFP test result!
If your AFP test results are positive, what does that really mean? Obstetrical Nurse Wanda F Steele has some information to help... -
Baby
One fifth of pregnant women didn't get early prenatal care
One-fifth (20 percent) of women who have been pregnant say they did not visit their doctors for early prenatal care (within the... -
Pregnancy health and wellness
I wish I hadn't known: The ups and downs of prenatal testing
Pregnancy can be risky - but one of the greatest risks is fear: is your baby normal and healthy? Here's a look at pregnancy and the... -
Pregnancy
Common prenatal tests: Maternal serum screening (expanded AFP)
You may have heard of this test referred to as the triple marker screen, the triple test, expanded AFP or simply "maternal serum... -
Pregnancy
Mother's prenatal and lactational diet may protect daughters from breast cancer
Mothers who eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy and while nursing, and who continue to feed their babies such a... -
Pregnancy
Prenatal bonding through rhythm and song
Whether you sing lullabies to your unborn child or simply enjoy humming your favorite song, some experts believe exposing your baby...