Increased Risk of Stillbirth with IVF
Research suggests that stillbirth is four times more likely after certain types of fertility treatments. A study published this month in the journal Human Reproduction compared the rate of stillbirth...
View ArticleNormal Oral Bacteria May be Linked to Preterm Births
Normal bacteria found in the mouth may infect the placenta, causing preterm labor and stillbirth according to researchers in the US. Bacterial infection has long been linked with preterm and still...
View ArticleBPA From Canned Foods May Up Cancer Risk
Pregnant women are being urged to avoid canned food in the wake of two new studies on an estrogen-like chemical called BPA, or bisphenol A. A study carried out by the National Work Group for Safe...
View ArticleEven Slightly Early Arrivals Up Special Education Risks
According to the results of a new study performed in Scotland, babies born between 37 and 39 weeks have a 16% higher risk of having special educational needs, when compared to babies born at a full 40...
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Research Gives Clues to Preventing Postpartum Depression
New research into the brain chemistry of women after giving birth has given us new insight into the cause and potential treatment of postpartum depression (PPD). Despite the joy of having a baby, the...
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Walk for Healthier Babies
If you read my post about how the risks of special educational needs skyrocket with early birth, you’ll understand just how important it is that we do everything we can to bring more pregnancies safely...
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