Articles for Tag: "pregnancy"

Keeping baby weight may lead to health risks 
Keeping baby weight may lead to health risks
A new study finds that new moms who maintain their pounds a year after pregnancy increase their risk for diabetes and heart disease.
Stress may contribute to infertility 
Stress may contribute to infertility
Study leaders say they have confirmed the link between stress and difficulty conceiving.
Why it’s ok to work while pregnant 
Why it’s ok to work while pregnant
Working while pregnant doesn’t raise the risk of low birth weight or premature birth, new study says.
Can pregnancy increase heart attack risk? 
Can pregnancy increase heart attack risk?
While rare, heart attacks can happen during pregnancy and may be more severe and lead to other complications.
New guidelines for preventing stroke in women 
New guidelines for preventing stroke in women
Recognizing the unique risk factors for women, the American Heart Association has new information about stroke prevention.
Preeclampsia may signal future heart problems in women  Featured
Preeclampsia may signal future heart problems in women
Researchers find that high blood pressure during pregnancy could be linked to an increased risk for heart disease.
Can a cold during pregnancy affect your unborn baby? 
Can a cold during pregnancy affect your unborn baby?
A new study finds that viral and bacterial exposure in the womb may raise risk of asthma and allergies in childhood.