November 20, 2025

U.S. Making No Progress In Protecting Pregnancy Health, March Of Dimes Report Card Says

The United States has received another barely passing pregnancy health grade from the March of Dimes after another year in which 1 out of 10 babies were born prematurely.

November 20, 2025

General Anesthesia May Be Safe For C-sections, Analysis Argues

Women undergoing a Cesarean section delivery typically have the procedure while awake, with only a nerve blocker protecting them from the pain.

November 7, 2025

New Study Links Wildfire Smoke to Premature Births

Wildfire smoke may do more than harm the lungs.

October 2, 2025

Pregnant Women With Epilepsy May Not Be Consulting With Neurologists, Missing Out On Important Care

Roughly half of pregnant women with epilepsy see a neurologist while they’re expecting, an oversight that could put both mom and baby at risk, researchers say.

October 1, 2025

Severe Pregnancy Symptoms May Increase Risk for Mental Health Problems

Extreme pregnancy symptoms like excessive nausea and vomiting can dramatically increase a woman’s risk for mental health and neurological problems, a new study says.