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.

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Back Pain in Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 9 - 12 weeks

Recurrent Miscarriage Epidemiology

What Causes an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Pregnancy Denial

What is the Triple Screen in Pregnancy?

Why is Caffeine Dangerous During Pregnancy?

Maternal Immune Activation During Pregnancy

Complications during Pregnancy

Is it Safe to Exercise During Pregnancy?

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The Constituents of Breast Milk

Dental Care During Pregnancy

Medical Complications of Twins, Triplets and Multiples

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

Zika Virus in Pregnant Women

How is the Sex of a Fetus Determined?

What is the Quadruple or Combined Test?

Pregnancy: 33 - 36 weeks

Diagnosis of fatty liver of pregnancy

What is intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP)?

Pregnancy: 0-8 weeks

Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy

What is the Third Stage of Labor?

What Causes Miscarriage?

Pregnancy: 13 - 16 weeks

The Role of Estrogen in Pregnancy

Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

Dangers of Vitamin Deficiency During Pregnancy

Fibromyalgia and Fertility / Pregnancy

The Genetics of Pre-Eclampsia

Constipation in Pregnancy

Breast and Nipple Changes During Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 37 - 40 weeks

Hair Growth in Pregnancy

Supplements During Pregnancy

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

Diabetes and Pregnancy

Pregnancy and Infectious Diseases

Pregnancy: over 40 weeks

Piles (Haemorrhoids) in Pregnancy

Early Signs of Pregnancy

Extended Breech, Flexed Breech and Footling Breech

How Much Should My Baby Move During Pregnancy?

Can Men Improve the Chances of a Successful Pregnancy?

Eczema During Pregnancy

Breastfeeding During Pregnancy

Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy Treatment

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy

What is Amniotic Fluid Embolism?

Obesity in Pregnancy

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Pregnancy

What is Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy?

Pregnancy Myths

Does Morning Sickness Occur at Other Times of Day?

Pregnancy: 21 - 24 weeks

Maternal Birthing Positions

Pregnancy: 17 - 20 weeks

Breast Changes After Birth

Recurrent Miscarriage Causes

Pregnancy and Organic Food

Osteoporosis and Pregnancy

Pregnancy: 29 - 32 weeks

Pregnancy: 25 - 28 weeks

How does Pregnancy Affect Breast Cancer Risk and Survival?

Heartburn in Pregnancy

What is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

Smoking and Pregnancy

What is hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness)?

Foot Conditions and Pregnancy

Fetal Movements in Pregnancy

Breeched Birth: Caesarean Section or Vaginal Delivery?

Voice Changes and Pregnancy

How Soon Can You Have Sex After Having a Baby?

Lupus and Pregnancy

Latest Pregnancy News and Research

PFAS exposure linked to gestational diabetes and insulin problems

Exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of highly persistent environmental chemicals commonly referred to as "forever chemicals," is associated with a higher risk of gestational diabetes mellitus and altered markers of insulin resistance and insulin secretion, according to a new systematic review and meta-analysis led by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

14 Jan 2026

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals and adverse life events during pregnancy affect children's development

Research at Karlstad University shows that exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals and adverse life events during pregnancy can influence children's behavior and brain development.

14 Jan 2026

Cannabidiol could become a therapeutic tool for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Cannabidiol (CBD) could become a therapeutic tool to address some of the most frequent and disabling consequences of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), a condition caused by alcohol exposure during pregnancy.

14 Jan 2026

Research shows racial-ethnic differences in the risk of pregnancy-related high blood pressure

The risk of pregnancy-related high blood pressure varied markedly among subgroups of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander people, highlighting the need for tailored prevention and treatment, according to research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

14 Jan 2026

Long-term study reveals shifting patterns in COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy

Most COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is rooted in concerns that can be addressed and effectively reduced over time, according to a new study following more than 1.1 million people in England between January 2021 and March 2022 during the COVID-19 pandemic, published in The Lancet.

13 Jan 2026

Higher maternal blood pressure linked to increased risks of pregnancy complications

Helping women to keep their blood pressure at normal levels could reduce their risk of experiencing pregnancy complications, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Bristol. The research is published in BMC Medicine today [14 January].

13 Jan 2026

Breastfeeding is linked to lower depression and anxiety years later

A decade-long study links breastfeeding to lower anxiety and depression in mothers, suggesting long-term mental health benefits beyond the postnatal period.

13 Jan 2026

New publication describes the chemical journey of non-hormonal male birth control pill

A newly published manuscript authored by Dr. Gunda Georg, YourChoice Therapeutics and Columbia University Medical Center describes the chemical journey of YCT-529, a non-hormonal male birth control pill, and the promising molecular science behind it.

12 Jan 2026

Study identifies gene protecting the maternal heart during pregnancy

Scientists at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation have identified a previously unknown molecular safeguard that protects the heart during pregnancy, shedding new light on the causes of peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), a rare and life-threatening form of pregnancy-related heart failure.

12 Jan 2026

‘Abortion as homicide’ debate in South Carolina exposes GOP rift as states weigh new restrictions

When a trio of Republican state lawmakers introduced a bill last year that would subject women who obtain abortions to decades in prison, some reproductive rights advocates feared South Carolina might pass the "most extreme" abortion ban in the United States.

12 Jan 2026

Study provides insights into well-visit attendance from mid-adolescence to young adulthood

It's common that as kids get to high school and transition to adulthood, they begin to skip yearly wellness visits with a pediatrician or other primary care provider.

9 Jan 2026

Maternal whooping cough vaccine shields newborns' immune system

In 2024, Germany recorded the highest number of whooping cough cases since reporting became mandatory in the year 2013.

9 Jan 2026

Research shows benefits of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes

New research co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe, UCD School of Medicine, and led by the University of Liverpool, has demonstrated the significant benefits of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.

9 Jan 2026

Breastfeeding linked to lower long-term depression and anxiety in mothers

Breastfeeding may lower mothers' later life risks of depression and anxiety for up to 10 years after pregnancy, suggest the findings of an observational study, BMJ Open' page">published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

9 Jan 2026

Self-administered injectable contraceptives face provider hesitancy despite availability

Self-administered injectable contraceptives have been available in the United States for more than two decades, yet a new study has found only about a quarter of reproductive health experts prescribe it - and many are unaware it's even an option.

9 Jan 2026

Breastfeeding linked to reduced maternal depression and anxiety up to ten years

Breastfeeding may lower mothers' later life risks of depression and anxiety for up to 10 years after pregnancy, suggest the findings of a small observational study, published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

8 Jan 2026

AI trained on sleep data predicts future disease and mortality years in advance

The SleepFM model reveals how sleep analysis can predict disease risk, offering insights into sleep's role as a vital health indicator for early intervention.

8 Jan 2026

Partners, family, and culture impact postpartum body dissatisfaction

Up to 75 % of Australian women report concerns about their body image after giving birth, with many feeling intense pressure to "bounce back" to their pre-pregnancy shape, a pressure that can even trigger eating disorders for the first time, warn Flinders University researchers.

7 Jan 2026

Maternal pertussis vaccination delivers early immune protection to newborns

Vaccinating women during pregnancy leads to the transfer of antibodies to their newborns. These antibodies were detected not only in blood, but also in the nasal mucosa, the site where whooping cough bacteria enter the body.

7 Jan 2026

One in three women miss postpartum check-ups

Findings from a Norwegian study reveal that comprehensive postpartum care by GPs improves women's satisfaction and addresses key health concerns effectively.

7 Jan 2026