Sepsis-related deaths also increased sharply over decade, researchers say
However, U.S. experts say inexpensive medication is promising but needs more research
Women too thin or too heavy had longer hospital stays, added costs
Close monitoring needed, regardless of severity, researchers say
Label warnings designed to limit use of extended-release, long-acting drugs like Oxycontin
The risk of poor health outcomes for mother and baby shouldn't be underestimated, researchers say
Overall risk of problems like spina bifida called low, but experts advise women to discuss prescription opioid use with doctor
Birth defects, poor fetal growth appear to be primary risk factors, study finds
The research didn't examine long-term health threats; March of Dimes critical of the findings
Meanwhile, births among teens and women in early 20s fall to historic lows
However, Australian study doesn't prove these STDs cause birth problems
But pregnant women not at high risk for problems, as previously thought
Staying active throughout the day helps prevent obesity-related complications
Small study finds they face higher risk of the night-time breathing disorder
Study findings suggest need for weight control before conception
Male children seem to be most vulnerable, researchers report
South has highest rates of infant mortality, gov't report finds
Lack of social support can contribute to condition, study authors say
Large study of Danish women followed their children up to age 6
The chemical is often found in fish, prompting many pregnant women to avoid the food
Large Norwegian study followed offspring for up to 3 years
But hospital-related infection not more likely with gestational-type diabetes
Women who only worked at night also had higher odds for miscarriage, researchers say
Researchers in Norway found higher risk in premature babies of mothers with high blood pressure
Parasite linked to variety of diseases, experts say
Overweight women should lose weight before trying to conceive, researchers say
Mom's exposure to flu during third trimester appears to be a key risk factor, researchers say
Risk is also doubled for offspring of women over age 34, U.K. researchers report
Three-fourths of women in small, early study had full-term deliveries
The benefits also include improved birth weights, analysis shows
Pregnant women who live with smog at higher risk, but experts caution the finding is not definitive
British study finds no problems with balance in kids, but some experts have concerns about the findings
Early study doesn't prove that common chemical causes the condition, experts say
Findings underscore need to protect developing brain, researcher says
In large Swedish study, risk rose along with the mother's weight
Most recent cases linked to soft cheeses, produce
Up to 4 percent of pregnancies involve mothers with thyroid conditions, study authors say
Practice would provide a substantial benefit with few risks, experts say
Mothers with deficiency had kids with lower IQs and reading ability, researchers say
Test found specific changes to two genes predicted problem with 85 percent accuracy
Infants may have higher risk for conditions like pneumonia, study found
But the risk is small and the connection hasn't been proven, researchers say
Small study suggests infants of women who take supplements have lower risk of wheezing
Effects of this unregulated drug are unpredictable, researchers caution
Medicines containing valproate linked to lower IQs in children, agency says
Study tied exposure in womb to hyperactivity, lower IQ
Newborns who weigh much more or less than average may be at risk for disorder, researchers say
Children should not play with these products, researcher says
Helpful tips can reassure expectant mothers about their hair, nail and skin care treatments
A caregiver dedicated solely to the baby should be present, organization advises