Research at Karlstad University shows that exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals and adverse life events during ...

Despite claims from President Trump last fall suggesting the use of acetaminophen (a.k.a. Tylenol) during pregnancy increases ...

The maternal microbiome and immune system have both independent and synergistic effects on fetal brain health—changes in the ...

In a study led by researchers from Mass General Brigham, children with more adverse prenatal exposures (APEs) showed higher ...

The development of a child begins during pregnancy, when prenatal environmental factors and genetic influences interact to ...

A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the association between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and intellectual disability.

University of New Mexico researchers have found that even low to moderate alcohol use by pregnant patients may contribute to subtle changes in their babies' prenatal development, including lower birth ...

Doctors explain why taking folic acid before pregnancy matters, how folate status affects fertility, and when to start ...

It is more than a little puzzling to me why the Rev. Robert A. Winter, in his Oct. 31 letter, “Issue 1 is grounded in basic human values,” states that “the kind of life we can legitimately describe as ...

The importance of prenatal vitamins extends far beyond basic nutrition, playing a crucial role in preventing birth defects and supporting healthy fetal development. These specialized supplements ...