Articles for Tag: "pregnancy"

Children of older mothers have long-term advantages  Featured
Children of older mothers have long-term advantages
  • May 6, 2016
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The benefits may outweigh the biological risks associated with late pregnancies.
Delaying childbirth may help you live longer  Featured
Delaying childbirth may help you live longer
  • April 29, 2016
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A study finds that women who have a child after 33 double their chances for longevity.
10 embarrassing questions pregnant women should ask  Featured
10 embarrassing questions pregnant women should ask
  • April 22, 2016
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No matter how offbeat or shocking, health care experts say that moms-to-be should go ahead and inquire.
Flu shot may provide extra protection against stillbirth 
Flu shot may provide extra protection against stillbirth
  • April 11, 2016
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A new study says the vaccine may decrease the risk of stillbirth by 51 percent.
4 ways to reduce the risk of premature birth  Featured
4 ways to reduce the risk of premature birth
  • March 29, 2016
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With one in 10 babies born too soon, learn what expectant moms can do to decrease their risk.
New app makes birth control more accessible 
New app makes birth control more accessible
  • March 17, 2016
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Technology is dramatically influencing the way we access health care, but are there risks?
Breastfeeding may be good for mom’s heart 
Breastfeeding may be good for mom’s heart
  • March 14, 2016
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Pregnancy makes the cardiovascular system work harder, but breastfeeding may help restore a woman’s physiological systems to their pre-pregnancy state. Learn more.