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One-Quarter of Pregnant Women Rarely, Never Consume Fish
FRIDAY, March 15, 2024 – About one-quarter of pregnant women rarely or never consume fish during pregnancy, and few use omega-3 supplements, according to a study published online Feb. 27 in Public...
Infant Respiratory Tract Disease Risk Lower With Maternal RSV Vaccine
THURSDAY, March 14, 2024 – Pregnant women receiving the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) prefusion F protein-based maternal vaccine (RSVPreF3-Mat) have offspring with lower risks for any and severe...
Dapivirine Vaginal Ring Safe, Effective at Preventing HIV During Pregnancy
THURSDAY, March 14, 2024 – Adverse pregnancy outcomes related to use of the dapivirine vaginal ring (DVR) or daily oral tenofovir disoproxil fumarate/emtricitabine (TDF/FTC) during the second...
MS Drugs Can Be Safely Taken While Breastfeeding
TUESDAY, March 5, 2024 – Certain drugs used to treat multiple sclerosis appear to be safe for babies if taken by breastfeeding moms, a new study finds. Breastfed babies whose moms received...
Breastfeeding 101: Tips for New Moms
FRIDAY, March 1, 2024 – There’s a host of studies supporting the numerous ways breastfeeding helps baby's development – and the health of mothers, too. However, too many women are hesitant to st...
Diet of Solid Fats, Refined Grains, and Cheese Tied to Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
THURSDAY, Feb. 29, 2024 – A dietary pattern of solid fats, refined grains, and cheese is associated with increased odds of any hypertensive disorder of pregnancy and preeclampsia, according to a...
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Iron Deficiency Screening in Pregnancy
TUESDAY, Feb. 27, 2024 – The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force concludes there is currently insufficient evidence regarding screening and supplementation for iron deficiency anemia (IDA) during...
Maternal Booster COVID-19 Vaccination Protects Infants Through 6 Months
FRIDAY, Feb. 23, 2024 – Maternal booster COVID-19 vaccination protects infants from infection in the first six months of life, according to a study published online Feb. 9 in Pediatrics. Cristina V....
One in 10 Pregnant Women With COVID Will Develop Long COVID
TUESDAY, Feb. 13, 2024 – Nearly 1 in every 10 women infected with COVID during pregnancy will go on to develop long COVID, a new study says. A little more than 9% of pregnant women developed long...
Pregnancy Complications May Harm Child's Heart Health Long-Term
TUESDAY, Feb. 13 – Two of the most common pregnancy complications for women, high blood pressure and gestational diabetes, could jeopardize the future heart health of their children, a new study...
Fast Food Wrappings May Pass on Toxic Chemicals to Pregnant Women
MONDAY, Feb. 12, 2024 – Think twice if you're pregnant and craving a packaged pastry or a take-out burger and shake. That indulgence can do more than cause unwanted weight gain. A new study shows...
Prenatal Acetaminophen Exposure Linked to Attention Problems
THURSDAY, Jan. 25, 2024 – Prenatal acetaminophen exposure, especially in the second trimester, is associated with attention problems at ages 2, 3, and 4 years, according to a study published in the...
COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake More Likely in Pregnancy if Receiving Other Vaccines
FRIDAY, Jan. 19, 2024 – Pregnant patients are more likely to accept COVID-19 vaccination if they receive other routine vaccines during pregnancy, according to a study published in the December issue...
Hot, Humid Days During Pregnancy Might Affect a Child's Health
FRIDAY, Jan. 12, 2024 – Hot or humid days during pregnancy could influence the future heart health of your unborn child, a new study finds. The children of expecting moms exposed to high humidity...
Anthropometric + Biochemical Markers May Aid Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 10, 2024 – The combination of pregnancy weight and biochemical markers may be able to improve diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), according to a review published online...
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