Pregnancy

This hub brings together authoritative articles covering the spectrum of pregnancy, maternal health, and fetal development. The collection encompasses topics ranging from the earliest signs of pregnancy to postpartum care, including trimester-specific changes, common symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and the management of complications. Readers will find evidence-based guidance on maternal nutrition, exercise, mental health, and medical conditions affecting pregnancy, such as thyroid disease, diabetes, and autoimmune disorders. The articles also address genetic and infectious disease considerations, fetal movement and monitoring, and the latest insights into maternal brain and mood changes. This resource is designed to support healthcare professionals, expectant parents, and researchers with up-to-date, trusted information for every stage of the pregnancy journey.

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Overview

Explore expert-reviewed articles on pregnancy symptoms, complications, fetal development, nutrition, and maternal health. This hub delivers evidence-based information for clinicians, parents, and anyone seeking reliable guidance during pregnancy.

Medical Complications of Twins, Triplets and Multiples

What is hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness)?

Recurrent Miscarriage Causes

Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy

Why is Caffeine Dangerous During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy and Infectious Diseases

Pregnancy Myths

Is “Mom Brain” Real? The Science Behind Memory, Mood, and Motherhood

What is the Third Stage of Labor?

What Causes an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Diagnosis of fatty liver of pregnancy

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Maternal Birthing Positions

Fetal Movements in Pregnancy

What is the Quadruple or Combined Test?

Hair Growth in Pregnancy

Osteoporosis and Pregnancy

Obesity in Pregnancy

Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy Treatment

How Soon Can You Have Sex After Having a Baby?

Pregnancy and Organic Food

Maternal Immune Activation During Pregnancy

Is it Safe to Exercise During Pregnancy?

Can Men Improve the Chances of a Successful Pregnancy?

Pregnancy: 17 - 20 weeks

Foot Conditions and Pregnancy

Piles (Haemorrhoids) in Pregnancy

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 21 - 24 weeks

Does Morning Sickness Occur at Other Times of Day?

Supplements During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 29 - 32 weeks

The Role of Estrogen in Pregnancy

Breeched Birth: Caesarean Section or Vaginal Delivery?

What is the Triple Screen in Pregnancy?

Early Signs of Pregnancy

What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Recurrent Miscarriage Epidemiology

The Genetics of Pre-Eclampsia

The Constituents of Breast Milk

Pregnancy: 13 - 16 weeks

Pregnancy Denial

Pregnancy: 9 - 12 weeks

Dangers of Vitamin Deficiency During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 0-8 weeks

How is the Sex of a Fetus Determined?

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

Lupus and Pregnancy

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Pregnancy

Smoking and Pregnancy

Breastfeeding During Pregnancy

What Causes Miscarriage?

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

Back Pain in Pregnancy

Diabetes and Pregnancy

Heartburn in Pregnancy

What is Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy?

Pregnancy: 25 - 28 weeks

Dental Care During Pregnancy

How does Pregnancy Affect Breast Cancer Risk and Survival?

Voice Changes and Pregnancy

Safety, Not “Sharing,” Must Guide Visitor Policies for Cesarean Surgery

Raspberry Leaf Tea In Pregnancy: Safety, Benefits, and Research Insights

Pregnancy: over 40 weeks

Extended Breech, Flexed Breech and Footling Breech

Zika Virus in Pregnant Women

How Much Should My Baby Move During Pregnancy?

Constipation in Pregnancy

What is Amniotic Fluid Embolism?

Complications during Pregnancy

Fibromyalgia and Fertility / Pregnancy

What is intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP)?

Breast and Nipple Changes During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 33 - 36 weeks

Eczema During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 37 - 40 weeks

Breast Changes After Birth

Latest Pregnancy News and Research

Engineered albumin could lead to needle-free, long-lasting protein medicines

Protein-based medicines have transformed the treatment of many diseases, but they often come with a limitation: they must be injected, sometimes repeatedly, because they are rapidly cleared from the bloodstream.

28 Oct 2026

Pregnancy night shifts associated with higher risk of developmental abnormalities in children

Working night shifts during pregnancy is linked to a heightened risk of neurodevelopmental abnormalities detected by screening in the child by the age of 4, finds research published online in Occupational & Environmental Medicine.

27 Oct 2026

Low vitamin B12 is linked to heart disease. Supplements tell a different story

A narrative review published in Nutrition Journal examines how vitamin B12 deficiency may contribute to cardiovascular disease through elevated homocysteine, endothelial dysfunction, oxidative stress and altered methylation. The authors found that B12 supplementation has not consistently prevented heart attacks or cardiovascular deaths in clinical trials, although combined B-vitamin therapy may modestly reduce stroke risk, particularly in populations without folic acid fortification.

27 Oct 2026

Endometrial cancer rates rise sharply among younger South Texas women

An Upper-South region of Texas including San Antonio and Bexar County had the state's highest hysterectomy-corrected incidence of endometrial cancer and the largest increase over time, a study led by scientists at The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center and the National Cancer Institute showed.

27 Oct 2026

New medical framework redefines women’s heart health starting at puberty

The American Heart Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine released landmark publications that redefine women's heart health, starting at puberty.

27 Oct 2026

Rutgers study links prenatal wildfire smoke exposure to autism risk

A Rutgers-led analysis of health insurance records found that exposure to fine particles from wildfire smoke during pregnancy was associated with a higher risk of autism diagnosis in children, with the strongest associations during the second and third trimesters.

27 Oct 2026

Rising heat and humidity increase pregnancy termination risks in Nigeria

New research led by the University of Michigan contains valuable insights for public health officials and communities in Nigeria as they navigate pregnancies through increasing heat and humidity.

26 Oct 2026

Medical societies release landmark framework redefining women's heart health

Today, the American Heart Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine released a landmark publication that redefines heart health in girls and women.

26 Oct 2026

New report urges unified lifecycle approach to women's heart health

A new approach to women's heart health may offer them a lifetime of opportunities. A trio of scientific papers, published today in the journal Circulation, spells out how fluctuating hormones, mental health and well-being, the heart and the brain are linked and how those connections need to be a routine part of care from a young age.

26 Oct 2026

Understanding the symptoms and treatments of pelvic organ prolapse

The pelvic floor is a layer of muscles and connective tissues that supports the uterus, bladder, urethra, vagina and rectum. The pelvic floor supports the organs in your pelvis from underneath, almost like a hammock.

26 Oct 2026

New poll shows which childhood vaccines US parents trust

While support for childhood vaccines is high, concerns about COVID-19 vaccine safety during pregnancy reveal significant public health messaging challenges.

26 Oct 2026

New guidance expands reproductive care for people with cystic fibrosis

For much of the history of cystic fibrosis (CF) care, reproductive health was not a major part of the conversation. Fertility challenges were the norm for men and women with this genetic disorder, and many grew up assuming biological parenthood was not possible.

23 Oct 2026

Researchers call for microbiome moonshot to tackle chronic diseases

Rutgers researchers are part of an international call for a microbiome moonshot, a massive, coordinated effort to pinpoint how certain microorganisms inside us drive chronic disease and how others can be harnessed for repair.

23 Oct 2026

Fish consumption may help reduce hypertensive disorders of pregnancy

A new prospective study from Japan explored whether fish consumption before and during pregnancy is linked to hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, including gestational hypertension and preeclampsia.

23 Oct 2026

Maternal stress alters placental pathways affecting fetal brain development

About one in five U.S. women experience maternal mental health conditions, and chronic stress during pregnancy can contribute to risk for both maternal and child health challenges.

23 Oct 2026

Babies born small may face lasting differences in school performance

The study highlights that fetal size, not just gestational age, plays a crucial role in long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes for term-born children.

23 Oct 2026

Postpartum recovery may influence long-term maternal aging and health

Jesse Poganik, PhD, of the Division of Genetics within the Department of Medicine at Mass General Brigham, is the senior author of a paper published in Trends in Endocrinology & Metabolism, "The Postpartum Recovery Window as a Determinant of Maternal Aging." Stephen Albright, formerly of Mass General Brigham, is the lead author.

23 Oct 2026

$8.2 million grant advances on-demand male contraceptive development

Weill Cornell Medicine has received a four-year, $8.2 million grant from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) to develop and test an experimental on-demand male contraceptive pill that temporarily stops sperm in their tracks

22 Oct 2026

Short gaps between pregnancies may accelerate biological aging in mothers

The study of biological aging, how our cells, tissues, and organs change over time, independent of how many years have passed, is a growing area of research that aims to help scientists understand the root causes of chronic illnesses and find ways to enhance longevity.

22 Oct 2026

Gaining too much weight during pregnancy raises complication risks

A new study of more than one million births led by McMaster University researchers has found that gaining too much weight during pregnancy, regardless of a person's starting weight, is linked to a higher risk of life-threatening maternal complications.

22 Oct 2026