Risk remained for 28 days after discharge; highest when hospitalization was for 3 or more days, study suggests
Study saw higher rates of C-sections, smaller babies
But, rate still highest among industrialized countries
However, this doesn't mean more weight causes neurodevelopmental disorder, authors stress
Hypospadias occurs in about five of every 1,000 baby boys
But overall risk is low, shouldn't influence parenting decisions, expert says
Researchers looked at Washington state hospitalizations, mortality for 50,000 babies
More studies needed to see if it's really a breakthrough in fight against AIDS
Women taking metoclopramide can be reassured by the findings, expert says
Pregnant women's exposure to air pollution from traffic, industry still too high, European study finds
Measuring mitochondria in cells better predicted success rate with in vitro fertilization, study says
Research adds to other health hazards of tobacco smoke exposure in the womb
Statewide ban of toxic PBDEs likely behind the sharp decrease, study authors say
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