Too little may raise risk for complications, researchers find
Employment didn't raise risk of preterm, low birth-weight baby, researchers report
38 states reported minimal activity last week, CDC says
Researchers speculate that effect on immune system, stress response might explain why
Combination of methamphetamine, troubled home environment muted toddlers' responses
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Fewer mothers-to-be need supplementation than currently recommended, U.K. study suggests
Vaccine still recommended, although it appears to weaken after fifth dose, study finds
33 states experienced minimal activity last week, CDC says
But experts say decision for pain relief still lies with woman and her doctor
Here's what to do to avoid them
Ranged from 7 percent of all births to nearly 70 percent, study finds
Study found nearly 1 in 5 women has postpartum anxiety, but it fades fairly quickly
These changes may also increase risk for arthritis, researcher says
As part of the 'Choosing Wisely' campaign, ACOG asks docs, patients to question certain practices
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This could be a very early signal of cardiovascular issues, Australian researchers say
Large Danish study of odansetron found no rise in miscarriage, birth defects
Major cities had biggest decline in teen childbearing over the last 2 decades
Youth development is an essential component
British study suggests muscle may not be fully formed until 20th week
Research might one day lead to better treatments for disorders such as ADHD, autism, scientists say
Pregnant women should limit the amount of caffeine they take in, experts state
They're the U.S. health subject most searched for online, FDA reports
Problem is related to combat exposure, not childbirth, research shows
Activity has decreased in many areas, data shows
Increased ventilation reduces exposure to secondhand smoke, chemicals, researchers say
What works for singletons doesn't necessarily work for multiples, researchers find
Infants weighing more than 8.8 pounds can lead to birth complications, researchers say
Dramatic surge seen in emergency contraception, especially among women between 20 and 24
Even transient hypertension linked to heart and kidney disease, diabetes
Preterm and low-birth-weight babies also down, researchers add
While activity remains high, it has decreased in most areas
High ozone levels during first trimester may raise risk of preemie birth, preeclampsia, study finds
45 children have died from flu this season; seniors also especially vulnerable
New research adds to dangers of valproate use for women of childbearing age
It will protect both you and your unborn baby, doctors say
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U.S. experts also say egg allergy is no longer reason to avoid the flu vaccine
Children and seniors especially vulnerable; infections declining in some regions
Pregnancies involving 3 or more embryos cause undue hardship for mother and children, experts say
Children's scores at age 6 were lower if moms took valproate
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It's still not too late to get vaccinated, experts say
Pregnant women need flu shot to protect unborn child, experts say
But the overall risk is still slight
Procedure cuts complication rate for obese women, but experts urge waiting a while to have kids
Swedish study tied infant hospitalizations to high pollen counts late in pregnancy
This is a serious, but unrecognized public health problem, agency says
This may play a helpful role in babies' digestion, immune systems