Probiotic tablets in weeks 10 to 14 linked to fewer repeat preterm births

byUniversity of ToyamaA new study suggests that probiotics supplementation during early pregnancy may help reduce the risk of recurrent spontaneous preterm delivery (sPTD). Credit: JerryLai0208 https:

Updated on: May 22,2026

Probiotic tablets in weeks 10 to 14 linked to fewer repeat preterm births

byUniversity of ToyamaA new study suggests that probiotics supplementation during early pregnancy may help reduce the risk of recurrent spontaneous preterm delivery (sPTD). Credit: JerryLai0208 https:

Updated on:May 22,2026

Plastic additives tied to millions of preterm births worldwide

byNYU Langone HealthAggregate DEHP-attributable PTB morbidity and mortality world maps among eight world regions. Credit:eClinicalMedicine(2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2026.103842Exposure to a chemica

Updated on: May 17,2026

Plastic additives tied to millions of preterm births worldwide

byNYU Langone HealthAggregate DEHP-attributable PTB morbidity and mortality world maps among eight world regions. Credit:eClinicalMedicine(2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.eclinm.2026.103842Exposure to a chemica

Updated on:May 17,2026

Why early pregnancy loss care can feel isolating, and how a new program can help

byUniversity of QueenslandCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAn Australian-first early pregnancy loss support program has been developed to better address the emotional care of bereaved parents. The pr

Updated on: April 22,2026

Why early pregnancy loss care can feel isolating, and how a new program can help

byUniversity of QueenslandCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAn Australian-first early pregnancy loss support program has been developed to better address the emotional care of bereaved parents. The pr

Updated on:April 22,2026

Why a man's health before pregnancy matters for the next generation

by Keith Godfrey, Danielle Schoenaker,The ConversationCredit: Leandro Boogalu from PexelsWhen we think about preparing for a healthy pregnancy and baby, most advice focuses on women. Such advice might

Updated on: April 25,2026

Why a man's health before pregnancy matters for the next generation

by Keith Godfrey, Danielle Schoenaker,The ConversationCredit: Leandro Boogalu from PexelsWhen we think about preparing for a healthy pregnancy and baby, most advice focuses on women. Such advice might

Updated on:April 25,2026

Increase in labor induction rates seen from 2016 to 2024

by Elana GotkineFrom 2016 to 2024, there was anincrease in labor induction ratesacross all maternal age groups and across all six race and Hispanic origin groups, according to a March data brief publi

Updated on: April 16,2026

Increase in labor induction rates seen from 2016 to 2024

by Elana GotkineFrom 2016 to 2024, there was anincrease in labor induction ratesacross all maternal age groups and across all six race and Hispanic origin groups, according to a March data brief publi

Updated on:April 16,2026

Global maternal deaths fell in 2023, but more than 100 countries still fall short of maternal mortality target: Study

byInstitute for Health Metrics and EvaluationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGlobal maternal deaths have declined over the past three decades, yet progress has slowed in recent years and remains une

Updated on: April 22,2026

Global maternal deaths fell in 2023, but more than 100 countries still fall short of maternal mortality target: Study

byInstitute for Health Metrics and EvaluationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGlobal maternal deaths have declined over the past three decades, yet progress has slowed in recent years and remains une

Updated on:April 22,2026

New method could catch more women at risk of dangerous blood loss during childbirth

byLancetCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new way of diagnosing heavy bleeding after birth (postpartum hemorrhage or PPH) is more effective at identifying women in need of treatment than the current

Updated on: February 07,2026

New method could catch more women at risk of dangerous blood loss during childbirth

byLancetCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new way of diagnosing heavy bleeding after birth (postpartum hemorrhage or PPH) is more effective at identifying women in need of treatment than the current

Updated on:February 07,2026

Pregnant women often miss out on specialist allergy care, researchers say

byAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma, and ImmunologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainMany pregnant women experience allergies, asthma, or reactions to medications—conditions that can affect both mother and b

Updated on: February 08,2026

Pregnant women often miss out on specialist allergy care, researchers say

byAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma, and ImmunologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainMany pregnant women experience allergies, asthma, or reactions to medications—conditions that can affect both mother and b

Updated on:February 08,2026

Survey reveals inconsistent use of containment in gynecologic surgery

by Ark Surgical Ltd.FDA Cleared Tissue Retrieval Bags and Tissue Containment Systems. Credit:Gynecology & Reproductive Health(2025). DOI: 10.33425/2639-9342.1284A newnational survey of first-year

Updated on: March 02,2026

Survey reveals inconsistent use of containment in gynecologic surgery

by Ark Surgical Ltd.FDA Cleared Tissue Retrieval Bags and Tissue Containment Systems. Credit:Gynecology & Reproductive Health(2025). DOI: 10.33425/2639-9342.1284A newnational survey of first-year

Updated on:March 02,2026

Sugar–protein interactions, critical for placenta during early pregnancy, shed light on common complications

byThe Scripps Research InstituteWithout the protein galectin-3 (left), placental cells remain separate, each with their own nucleus (blue) surrounded by a distinct cell boundary (pink). With galectin-

Updated on: March 01,2026

Sugar–protein interactions, critical for placenta during early pregnancy, shed light on common complications

byThe Scripps Research InstituteWithout the protein galectin-3 (left), placental cells remain separate, each with their own nucleus (blue) surrounded by a distinct cell boundary (pink). With galectin-

Updated on:March 01,2026