Sleep is crucial, especially for pregnant women. Inadequate sleep during pregnancy can have many negative effects, including neurodevelopmental delays for the child, according to a new study. The ...

Children whose mothers had higher vitamin D levels during pregnancy scored better on tests of memory, attention and problem-solving skills at ages 7 to 12 compared with those whose mothers had lower ...

Throughout all trimesters, good maternal health, which includes a balanced diet and overall healthy living, positively impacts the baby’s healthy development and enduring cognitive functioning. It ...

A fertility practitioner and women's health nutritionist reveals the best foods to eat during pregnancy for a healthy mother and baby, from eggs to fish, and the one food you may not be getting enough ...

The third trimester is the final stretch of pregnancy, and it is often the most demanding. As your baby grows rapidly, your ...

A study in mice has found that the bacteria Bifidobacterium breve in the mother's gut during pregnancy supports healthy brain development in the fetus. A study in mice has found that the bacteria ...

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that may raise miscarriage risk, particularly in the first trimester ...

Week 3 of pregnancy marks a crucial phase when your baby’s genetic blueprint begins to guide development. Although DNA is formed at fertilisation, this week is when genetic instructions actively ...

A typical topic of conversation during prenatal care is drinking alcohol during early pregnancy. Most of the time, exposure happens before pregnancy is confirmed, when daily habits and social routines ...