Pregnancy is an exciting time. As you prepare for the arrival of your baby, you may decorate the nursery, think of baby names, and start preparing your finances for a new addition. Your body will ...

In a recent study posted to the Research Square* preprint server, researchers estimated the impact of antenatal and postnatal maternal mental health on the motor developments of the newborn during the ...

Pregnancy is a time of immense change, both for the mother and the developing baby. As the body works tirelessly to support new life, the nutritional demands increase significantly. While a balanced ...

Prenatal exposure to teratogenic substances, such as nicotine or alcohol, increases the risk of developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). To date ...

Left amygdalar volumes were smaller in newborns whose mothers had high psychological distress during the COVID-19 pandemic, a small cross-sectional study suggested. Infants of mothers with elevated ...

Objective: Our objective was to evaluate in an exploratory framework the effects of prenatal use of folic acid and other dietary supplements on child development at around 3 years of life. Methods: ...

In a recent review published in Experimental Neurology, researchers presented the effects of simultaneous alcohol and cannabinoid (SAC) usage during gestation on fetal brain development. In rats and ...

Whether you’re pregnant or trying to conceive, you’ve probably heard that it’s important to take a daily prenatal vitamin. Doing so increases your chances of having a healthy pregnancy—and baby—by ...

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

At 28 weeks pregnant, you’re entering your third trimester! Discover common symptoms, baby’s development, helpful tips for ...

The China Family Planning Association announced recently that it has made significant strides in promoting child development ...