A new rat study explores lung function and placental changes in the presence of infection and inflammation. The study ...

CBD is gaining popularity as a remedy for pregnancy symptoms like nausea and anxiety, but new research suggests it may not be ...

A new blood test has an 80% accuracy in predicting preterm preeclampsia, according to a study published today, Feb. 12, in ...

Stress during pregnancy may cause changes in placental genes linked to cortisol regulation. These changes could impact fetal ...

The placenta keeps the fetus healthy in the womb and, after birth, can be donated to strangers to offer "miraculous" healing power. The Cleveland Clinic describes the vital role of a healthy placenta.

Medically reviewed by Alicen Nelson MD, MPH The navel, also known as the belly button or umbilicus, is a small, round, or ...

Maternal stress could leave epigenetic imprints on genes in the placenta associated with cortisol-a necessary hormone for ...

You’ve likely heard his heartbeat and seen imagery of him by now, waving his little arms around, though it will be weeks ...

Is cannabis use during pregnancy safe? No, the use of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) may affect your baby's ...

With the strong associations established in epidemiologic studies and a dearth of evidence on the actual mechanisms by which ...