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.

Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy

Diabetes and Pregnancy

How Soon Can You Have Sex After Having a Baby?

What is Amniotic Fluid Embolism?

What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Breast and Nipple Changes During Pregnancy

The Constituents of Breast Milk

Pregnancy: 25 - 28 weeks

Maternal Immune Activation During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 17 - 20 weeks

Piles (Haemorrhoids) in Pregnancy

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Early Signs of Pregnancy

What is hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness)?

Recurrent Miscarriage Causes

Fibromyalgia and Fertility / Pregnancy

Zika Virus in Pregnant Women

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy

Diagnosis of fatty liver of pregnancy

Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy Treatment

Dangers of Vitamin Deficiency During Pregnancy

Supplements During Pregnancy

Maternal Birthing Positions

How is the Sex of a Fetus Determined?

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

Recurrent Miscarriage Epidemiology

Lupus and Pregnancy

Why is Caffeine Dangerous During Pregnancy?

Voice Changes and Pregnancy

Is it Safe to Exercise During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy: 33 - 36 weeks

Breastfeeding During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 37 - 40 weeks

Pregnancy and Infectious Diseases

Osteoporosis and Pregnancy

Constipation in Pregnancy

Heartburn in Pregnancy

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

What Causes an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Foot Conditions and Pregnancy

Eczema During Pregnancy

Can Men Improve the Chances of a Successful Pregnancy?

Pregnancy and Organic Food

How does Pregnancy Affect Breast Cancer Risk and Survival?

Pregnancy: 13 - 16 weeks

Hair Growth in Pregnancy

Fetal Movements in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 21 - 24 weeks

Pregnancy: 9 - 12 weeks

What is Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy?

Breeched Birth: Caesarean Section or Vaginal Delivery?

Does Morning Sickness Occur at Other Times of Day?

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

The Genetics of Pre-Eclampsia

Pregnancy: 29 - 32 weeks

What is the Quadruple or Combined Test?

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Pregnancy

Dental Care During Pregnancy

What is intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP)?

Medical Complications of Twins, Triplets and Multiples

What is the Triple Screen in Pregnancy?

Extended Breech, Flexed Breech and Footling Breech

What Causes Miscarriage?

Back Pain in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 0-8 weeks

Smoking and Pregnancy

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

Breast Changes After Birth

Pregnancy Myths

Pregnancy Denial

Complications during Pregnancy

What is the Third Stage of Labor?

Obesity in Pregnancy

The Role of Estrogen in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: over 40 weeks

How Much Should My Baby Move During Pregnancy?

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

Latest Pregnancy News and Research

New digital therapy prevents maternal anxiety from escalating during pregnancy

Pregnant women or birthing people with undiagnosed anxiety could benefit from a new digital therapy, according to a clinical trial led by King's College London.

4 Nov 2026

Maternal brain activity reflects emotional bond with baby before birth

Pregnancy and motherhood are associated with neural adaptations that help prepare women for caregiving.

4 Nov 2026

Flint newborn deaths fall 50% after launch of cash support program

A new peer-reviewed study published in JAMA Pediatrics has found that neonatal mortality-the death of an infant within the first 28 days of life- fell by 50% following the launch of Rx Kids, while early neonatal mortality-the death of an infant within the first 7 days of life-fell by 74%.

3 Nov 2026

Study reveals potential link between limited cold stress during pregnancy and birth weight

Research out of South Dakota State University has highlighted a potential connection between limited exposure to cold stress during pregnancy and birth weight.

3 Nov 2026

A low-calorie diet and exercise helped 54% of younger adults achieve diabetes remission

In a randomized clinical trial involving 96 adults with early-onset type 2 diabetes and obesity, a 24-week program combining a low-energy diet with supervised exercise achieved diabetes remission in 54% of participants, compared with 4% receiving usual care. The intervention also reduced body fat, largely preserved muscle mass, and improved strength and body-mass-adjusted fitness, although the additional benefits attributable specifically to exercise remain uncertain.

3 Nov 2026

Can pregnancy leave a lasting mark on biological aging?

A review examines how pregnancy spacing affects maternal aging, proposing that insufficient recovery may lead to cumulative biological aging and health risks.

3 Nov 2026

Vitamin C supplements during pregnancy may support infant emotional health

New research from Oregon Health & Science University shows that additional vitamin C intake during pregnancy can be an effective, low-cost and accessible intervention to promote infant emotional well-being.

2 Nov 2026

New international initiative explores how energy shapes brain function

Professor Tim Vogels from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) will receive $3 million as part of an ambitious new $80 million international research initiative exploring how energy shapes brain function.

2 Nov 2026

From simple ovulation treatments to IVF, how doctors choose the right approach

A clinical review on female infertility discusses causes, IVF options, and complications, equipping clinicians to improve patient care and treatment outcomes.

2 Nov 2026

Could GLP-1 drugs help women with PCOS beyond weight loss?

A scoping review of 28 studies suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists may improve androgen levels and menstrual function in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), alongside their established metabolic benefits. Evidence for improved ovulation, fertility, and pregnancy outcomes remains limited, and the researchers could not determine whether reproductive benefits result directly from the drugs or from weight loss and improved metabolic health.

1 Nov 2026

Reducing opioid medication during pregnancy may not ease neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome

Pregnant patients receiving medication to treat opioid use disorder should not reduce their medication dose out of fear that it will worsen withdrawal symptoms in their newborns, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM).

30 Oct 2026

FDA approves ILUMYA for adults with active psoriatic arthritis

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for ILUMYA® (tildrakizumab-asmn) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

30 Oct 2026

Holistic family surroundings are essential for raising healthy children

A child's health is shaped by more than inherited genes or the food on the table. Family routines, relationships, cultural practices, and everyday conditions—from early school schedules to long commutes—also influence how children grow and thrive, according to an Ateneo de Manila University medical professor and clinician.

30 Oct 2026

Multivitamins boost key vitamin levels, but do they improve your health?

A scoping review of 157 clinical trial reports found that multivitamins consistently improved circulating levels of folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12, while other nutritional and clinical effects varied by formulation, population, and baseline nutritional status. Selected prenatal and cognitive outcomes improved in some trials, but evidence for cardiovascular disease prevention was largely negative, and the review could not establish the overall certainty of clinical benefits.

29 Oct 2026

Premature infants show altered cerebellum growth and developmental trajectories

A new study reveals that when a baby is born prematurely, their cerebellum, the part of the brain with a critical role in motor function, language and cognition, grows and develops in a different way than it would if the baby remains in utero full term.

29 Oct 2026

New host target identified to block hepatitis E virus

Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is a major cause of acute viral hepatitis, yet antiviral treatment remains largely limited to the off-label use of ribavirin. Ribavirin can cause substantial toxicity, is contraindicated during pregnancy and does not reliably benefit every patient.

29 Oct 2026

Two rounds of prenatal STI screening lower preterm birth risk

Screening and treating pregnant patients for three common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) twice during pregnancy was associated with a 23 percent lower risk of preterm birth compared with standard care, according to a randomized clinical trial published in Clinical Infectious Diseases from researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and University of Southern California.

29 Oct 2026

What parents can expect during a stressful NICU stay

Lyndsay Gardner was enjoying a normal, healthy pregnancy until her water broke at 31 weeks. Due around Christmas in 2023, she gave birth to her son just before Halloween instead.

29 Oct 2026

Canada's measles outbreak exposes vulnerabilities in disease elimination efforts

The outbreak that contributed to Canada losing its measles elimination status in November 2025 was concentrated in historically under-vaccinated communities with close social networks across Canada, the US, Mexico, and beyond, creating opportunities for cross-border transmission, concludes a study published by The BMJ today.

28 Oct 2026

High-fat diets in mouse parents alter offspring brain development

Researchers fed breeding pairs of mice five diets with different fat and sugar contents to examine how parental nutrition affects offspring brain development. High-fat diets, alone or combined with high sugar, delayed early motor development and altered brain structure in young adult offspring, while the high-sugar-only diet produced no significant changes in individual brain regions after correction for multiple comparisons.

28 Oct 2026