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Mom’s bacteria during pregnancy linked with preterm birth
The bacteria in a pregnant woman’s body may provide clues to her risk of going into labor early, according to…
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Pregnancies more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual youths
Pregnancies are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual youths than among their heterosexual counterparts, suggests a new study of New…
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Michigan family celebrating one-month birthdays of rare identical triplets
A suburban Detroit couple who have two older children are adjusting to life after becoming parents to identical triplets —…
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Birth control access key means of reaching climate goals, experts say
In Pakistan, where just a third of married women use contraception, half of all pregnancies – 4.2 million each year…
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California mother delivers second surprise baby on Mother’s Day
A California mother had a surprise for her three children and longtime partner when she called from a hospital on…
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Improving US preterm birth rates
America’s preterm birth rate is at an all-time low for the sixth consecutive year, meaning the nation still has work…
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Many breech babies still born vaginally, risks still high
Many babies in breech position are still delivered vaginally, which increases their risk for complications, a new report warns. Fewer…
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Thinking about hiring a doula? Ask these 12 questions first
Have you thought about having a doula— someone who provides support for you during pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period?…
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Nicotine patch use during pregnancy tied to higher ADHD risk
Smoking during pregnancy has been linked to a higher chance of the child having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and a new…
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