Genes, environment and schizophrenia—new study finds the placenta is the missing link

by Lieber Institute for Brain DevelopmentFetus in utero, between fifth and sixth months. Image credit: Wikipedia.Hiding in plain sight, new research shines a spotlight on the placenta's critical r

Updated on: March 07,2024

Genes, environment and schizophrenia—new study finds the placenta is the missing link

by Lieber Institute for Brain DevelopmentFetus in utero, between fifth and sixth months. Image credit: Wikipedia.Hiding in plain sight, new research shines a spotlight on the placenta's critical r

Updated on:March 07,2024

Study links high lipid levels in early pregnancy with congenital heart disease in children

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn a study inActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, pregnant women with elevated blood levels of certain lipids—in particular, triglyceride, Apolipo

Updated on: June 11,2024

Study links high lipid levels in early pregnancy with congenital heart disease in children

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn a study inActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, pregnant women with elevated blood levels of certain lipids—in particular, triglyceride, Apolipo

Updated on:June 11,2024

Researchers publish editorial on epigenetic aging in oocytes

by Impact Journals LLCCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new editorial paper titled "Epigenetic aging in oocytes" has been published inAging.Aging-related phenotypes span many differen

Updated on: January 16,2024

Researchers publish editorial on epigenetic aging in oocytes

by Impact Journals LLCCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new editorial paper titled "Epigenetic aging in oocytes" has been published inAging.Aging-related phenotypes span many differen

Updated on:January 16,2024

'Before-baby relationship checkup' shows promise for helping couples manage perinatal stress

by Susan E.W. Spencer,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChecking in with expectant couples in connection with prenatal obstetrical visits shows promise a

Updated on: March 12,2024

'Before-baby relationship checkup' shows promise for helping couples manage perinatal stress

by Susan E.W. Spencer,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChecking in with expectant couples in connection with prenatal obstetrical visits shows promise a

Updated on:March 12,2024

Shielding against COVID-19 likely reduced exposure for pregnant individuals in early pandemic

by Weill Cornell Medical CollegeTime evolution measurements and fitted test-result model estimates of the SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR and antibody status among patients who gave birth between 20 April 2020

Updated on: April 23,2024

Shielding against COVID-19 likely reduced exposure for pregnant individuals in early pandemic

by Weill Cornell Medical CollegeTime evolution measurements and fitted test-result model estimates of the SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR and antibody status among patients who gave birth between 20 April 2020

Updated on:April 23,2024

Coronavirus transmission during pregnancy rare but possible: study

Credit: CC0 Public DomainChinese scientists reported Thursday it is possible, although rare, for pregnant mothers with the COVID-19 illness to pass the infection down to their babies.The team followed

Updated on: March 07,2024

Coronavirus transmission during pregnancy rare but possible: study

Credit: CC0 Public DomainChinese scientists reported Thursday it is possible, although rare, for pregnant mothers with the COVID-19 illness to pass the infection down to their babies.The team followed

Updated on:March 07,2024

2006 to 2015 saw increase in severe maternal morbidity

(HealthDay)—From 2006 to 2015, the proportion of women experiencing severe maternal morbidity increased 45 percent, according to a statistical brief published by the Agency for Healthcare Research and

Updated on: March 12,2024

2006 to 2015 saw increase in severe maternal morbidity

(HealthDay)—From 2006 to 2015, the proportion of women experiencing severe maternal morbidity increased 45 percent, according to a statistical brief published by the Agency for Healthcare Research and

Updated on:March 12,2024

Researchers discover potential intergenerational impacts of physical activity and nutrition on placental methylation

by National University of SingaporeBack-transformed geometric means of EFW by gestational weeks to tertiles of DHA within the NICHD Fetal Growth Studies-Singletons, from 11-39 weeks gestational a

Updated on: May 16,2024

Researchers discover potential intergenerational impacts of physical activity and nutrition on placental methylation

by National University of SingaporeBack-transformed geometric means of EFW by gestational weeks to tertiles of DHA within the NICHD Fetal Growth Studies-Singletons, from 11-39 weeks gestational a

Updated on:May 16,2024

Sociologists estimate impact of Alaska's universal cash payments on birth outcomes

byAmerican Sociological AssociationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA sociological investigation has estimated the effects of Alaska's universal cash transfer program on newborn health outco

Updated on: October 10,2024

Sociologists estimate impact of Alaska's universal cash payments on birth outcomes

byAmerican Sociological AssociationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA sociological investigation has estimated the effects of Alaska's universal cash transfer program on newborn health outco

Updated on:October 10,2024

Landmark study links post-natal depression and low income

by University of QueenslandCredit: CC0 Public DomainA longitudinal study of Queensland families has found women on lower incomes are more likely to suffer with pre and post-natal depression.AN an

Updated on: March 07,2024

Landmark study links post-natal depression and low income

by University of QueenslandCredit: CC0 Public DomainA longitudinal study of Queensland families has found women on lower incomes are more likely to suffer with pre and post-natal depression.AN an

Updated on:March 07,2024