Epidural in labor not linked to adverse outcomes in offspring

(HealthDay)—Epidural analgesia during labor is not associated with immediate or longer-term adverse outcomes in offspring, according to a study published online Oct. 28 inJAMA Network Open.Rache

Updated on: May 05,2024

Epidural in labor not linked to adverse outcomes in offspring

(HealthDay)—Epidural analgesia during labor is not associated with immediate or longer-term adverse outcomes in offspring, according to a study published online Oct. 28 inJAMA Network Open.Rache

Updated on:May 05,2024

The harmful effects of stress during pregnancy can last a lifetime, study in mice finds

by Yale UniversityCredit: martha sexton/public domainMice exposed to stress in the womb and soon after birth can expect a lifetime of immune system deficiencies that hinder the ability to ward of

Updated on: May 07,2024

The harmful effects of stress during pregnancy can last a lifetime, study in mice finds

by Yale UniversityCredit: martha sexton/public domainMice exposed to stress in the womb and soon after birth can expect a lifetime of immune system deficiencies that hinder the ability to ward of

Updated on:May 07,2024

Expectant lesbian couples see benefits in lower prenatal testosterone levels

by Jared Wadley,University of MichiganCredit: CC0 Public DomainAmong lesbian couples expecting their first child, low prenatal testosterone levels predict a higher quality of nurturing behavior,

Updated on: March 19,2024

Expectant lesbian couples see benefits in lower prenatal testosterone levels

by Jared Wadley,University of MichiganCredit: CC0 Public DomainAmong lesbian couples expecting their first child, low prenatal testosterone levels predict a higher quality of nurturing behavior,

Updated on:March 19,2024

This postpartum contraception is more effective than condoms or birth control pills

by Tricia Tomiyoshi,UC DavisCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhen it comes to postpartum contraception methods, many people consider condoms or birth control pills, but there's another opti

Updated on: January 17,2024

This postpartum contraception is more effective than condoms or birth control pills

by Tricia Tomiyoshi,UC DavisCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhen it comes to postpartum contraception methods, many people consider condoms or birth control pills, but there's another opti

Updated on:January 17,2024

Maternal egg consumption not tied to egg allergy in offspring

by Lori SolomonDevelopment of egg allergy at 12 months is unaffected by maternal egg consumption during the very early neonatal period, according to a study published July 10 inJAMA Network Open

Updated on: January 19,2024

Maternal egg consumption not tied to egg allergy in offspring

by Lori SolomonDevelopment of egg allergy at 12 months is unaffected by maternal egg consumption during the very early neonatal period, according to a study published July 10 inJAMA Network Open

Updated on:January 19,2024

COVID boosters well-tolerated during and after pregnancy

by University of Washington School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 booster shots are well tolerated by both pregnant and nursing women, a new study published Sept. 8 in&n

Updated on: April 08,2024

COVID boosters well-tolerated during and after pregnancy

by University of Washington School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 booster shots are well tolerated by both pregnant and nursing women, a new study published Sept. 8 in&n

Updated on:April 08,2024

Treating menopause symptoms: Medications, lifestyle & self-care

by Ann SchreiberNavigating the changes and discomforts of menopause can be a frustrating experience for many women. Daily life can be significantly affected by symptoms ranging from hot flashes and mo

Updated on: February 18,2024

Treating menopause symptoms: Medications, lifestyle & self-care

by Ann SchreiberNavigating the changes and discomforts of menopause can be a frustrating experience for many women. Daily life can be significantly affected by symptoms ranging from hot flashes and mo

Updated on:February 18,2024

Steroid treatment for premature babies linked to low birth weight

by Imperial College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainSteroid injections given to mothers at risk of giving birth prematurely are linked to babies being born with lower body weights.In a study of mo

Updated on: April 29,2024

Steroid treatment for premature babies linked to low birth weight

by Imperial College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainSteroid injections given to mothers at risk of giving birth prematurely are linked to babies being born with lower body weights.In a study of mo

Updated on:April 29,2024

Study calls for change in guidance about eating fish during pregnancy

by University of BristolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA woman's mercury level during pregnancy is unlikely to have an adverse effect on the development of the child provided that the moth

Updated on: May 27,2024

Study calls for change in guidance about eating fish during pregnancy

by University of BristolCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA woman's mercury level during pregnancy is unlikely to have an adverse effect on the development of the child provided that the moth

Updated on:May 27,2024

Sleep problems during pregnancy affect glucose, may increase risk of childhood obesity

by CU Anschutz Medical CampusCredit: CC0 Public DomainA study conducted by Sarah Farabi, Ph.D., RN, while she was a post-doctoral fellow working with Dr. Teri Hernandez at the University of Color

Updated on: April 16,2024

Sleep problems during pregnancy affect glucose, may increase risk of childhood obesity

by CU Anschutz Medical CampusCredit: CC0 Public DomainA study conducted by Sarah Farabi, Ph.D., RN, while she was a post-doctoral fellow working with Dr. Teri Hernandez at the University of Color

Updated on:April 16,2024