Why mothers in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan choose cesarean delivery

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan are more likely to express preference for cesarean section (CS) as their mode of deliv

Updated on: March 07,2024

Why mothers in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan choose cesarean delivery

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan are more likely to express preference for cesarean section (CS) as their mode of deliv

Updated on:March 07,2024

Genetic study points to oxytocin as possible treatment for obesity and postnatal depression

byUniversity of CambridgeCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists have identified a gene which, when missing or impaired, can cause obesity, behavioral problems and, in mothers, postnatal de

Updated on: July 05,2024

Genetic study points to oxytocin as possible treatment for obesity and postnatal depression

byUniversity of CambridgeCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists have identified a gene which, when missing or impaired, can cause obesity, behavioral problems and, in mothers, postnatal de

Updated on:July 05,2024

Study shows role of fathers in seeding microbiota of newborns, confirms benefits of maternal fecal microbiota transfer

by Cell PressPaternal and induced gut microbiota seeding complement mother-to-infant transmission. Credit: Cell Host & Microbe/Dubois and Valles-Colomer et al.A mother's contribution to t

Updated on: June 15,2024

Study shows role of fathers in seeding microbiota of newborns, confirms benefits of maternal fecal microbiota transfer

by Cell PressPaternal and induced gut microbiota seeding complement mother-to-infant transmission. Credit: Cell Host & Microbe/Dubois and Valles-Colomer et al.A mother's contribution to t

Updated on:June 15,2024

Mobile prenatal app shown to reduce in-person visits during pregnancy

by George Washington UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainUsing the mobile app Babyscripts reduced in-person prenatal care visits while maintaining patient and provider satisfaction, according to r

Updated on: May 18,2024

Mobile prenatal app shown to reduce in-person visits during pregnancy

by George Washington UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainUsing the mobile app Babyscripts reduced in-person prenatal care visits while maintaining patient and provider satisfaction, according to r

Updated on:May 18,2024

Researchers evaluate attempts to improve detection of small babies during pregnancy

by King's College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainSmall babies or those that fail to reach their growth potential are at increased risk of poor pregnancy and birth outcomes, including stillbir

Updated on: May 23,2024

Researchers evaluate attempts to improve detection of small babies during pregnancy

by King's College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainSmall babies or those that fail to reach their growth potential are at increased risk of poor pregnancy and birth outcomes, including stillbir

Updated on:May 23,2024

Pregnant women facing weight stigma see decreased physical and mental health, study finds

by Jessica Messier,Worcester Polytechnic InstituteAngela C. Incollingo Rodriguez, assistant professor of psychology in the Department of Social Science and Policy Studies at WPI. Credit: Worcest

Updated on: June 05,2024

Pregnant women facing weight stigma see decreased physical and mental health, study finds

by Jessica Messier,Worcester Polytechnic InstituteAngela C. Incollingo Rodriguez, assistant professor of psychology in the Department of Social Science and Policy Studies at WPI. Credit: Worcest

Updated on:June 05,2024

Older fathers put health of partners, unborn children at risk, study finds

by Rutgers UniversityGloria Bachmann, director of the Women's Health Institute at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, said men have biological clocks, too, when it comes to fertility.

Updated on: June 05,2024

Older fathers put health of partners, unborn children at risk, study finds

by Rutgers UniversityGloria Bachmann, director of the Women's Health Institute at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, said men have biological clocks, too, when it comes to fertility.

Updated on:June 05,2024

New 3D imaging method offers promise of better IVF outcomes

byEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and EmbryologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInnovative research, presented today at theESHRE 40th Annual Meetingin Amsterdam, has introduc

Updated on: July 09,2024

New 3D imaging method offers promise of better IVF outcomes

byEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and EmbryologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInnovative research, presented today at theESHRE 40th Annual Meetingin Amsterdam, has introduc

Updated on:July 09,2024

New research seeks to improve safety equipment for pregnant women

by University of British ColumbiaHadi Mohammadi is an assistant professor at UBC's School of Engineering. Credit: UBC OkanaganAs technology advances in the things we use every day, it's g

Updated on: May 10,2024

New research seeks to improve safety equipment for pregnant women

by University of British ColumbiaHadi Mohammadi is an assistant professor at UBC's School of Engineering. Credit: UBC OkanaganAs technology advances in the things we use every day, it's g

Updated on:May 10,2024

Researchers developing device to enable pregnant women to detect serious health complications

by Purdue UniversityPurdue University researchers are developing an app and wearable technology that will allow pregnant women to use a smartphone to detect whether they have or are susceptible t

Updated on: May 20,2024

Researchers developing device to enable pregnant women to detect serious health complications

by Purdue UniversityPurdue University researchers are developing an app and wearable technology that will allow pregnant women to use a smartphone to detect whether they have or are susceptible t

Updated on:May 20,2024