Diabetes Could be Rooted in Food Toxins Consumed by Infants
Toxins are present in many of the foods we consume every day. One food toxin of particular interest is Advanced Glycation End (AGE). This food toxin is present in breast milk and commercial infant formulas.
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Bipolar Disorder Risk and Postpartum Problems
Postpartum depression or baby blues is considered a common occurrencethat many women suffer from after birth, but that doesn't mean womenshouldn't seek care to treat the condition.
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"Designer Baby" Patent a Bioethical Concern
A group of bioethicists has gone on record for speaking out against a controversial patent that could lead to the development of 'designerbabies'.
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Parenting Style Influenced by Genetics
A team of researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) has conducted an in-depth study of parenting styles and concluded it has about as much to do with genetics as it does family tradition.
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Critical Fertility Enzymes
A new discovery may shed light on the problem of human infertility. Whilst sperm differs in appearance and movement across different species, there are key enzymes, although few in number, essential for the promotion of quality sperm and sperm motility.
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NIH Panel: Change PCOS Name and Commit More Research
PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is a medical condition that affects up to five million women in the United States alone. The condition can cause pain and infertility, but PCOS affects more than the ovaries.
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Spending Time with Mother Nature Strengthens Immune System
Spending time in nature strengthens the immune system, according to Ming Kuo.
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Effects of Domestic Violence Begin in the Womb
Alytia Levendosky's latest study of domestic violence indicates its negative effects begin in the womb.
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Sibling Study Questions Merits of Breastfeeding
Dr. Cynthia Colen wasn’t satisfied with the studies of the merits of breastfeeding versus bottle feeding that she sees in her work.
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PAX3 Gene May Be Linked to Birth Defects in Diabetic Mother
A team of researchers at Joslin Diabetes Center have identified an enzyme that may increase the likelihood of birth defects in children born to mothers with diabetes. The enzyme, known as AMPK, signals cells to stop producing a specific gene, PAX3.
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New Blood Test Identifies High-Risk Preemies
A new blood test developed by researchers at the University of Missouri (UM) identifies high-risk preemies so they can be carefully monitored to minimize certain life-threatening complications.
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How Fatherhood Can Change a Man's Hormones
Fatherhood changes a man’s hormones, too. Studies indicate a new father’s testosterone levels drop when his child is born in what might be nature’s way of helping him to be more nurturing.
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Risk Factors for Infant Death and Cerebral Palsy
Dr. Karen Nelson from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) division NINDS (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke) recently investigated four possible risk factors for infant death and cerebral palsy.
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Mom's High Testosterone and Language Delay in Baby
A new research study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, claims male infants exposed to higher than normal levels of testosterone may be at increased risk of language delays.
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Maternal BPA Exposure and Prostate Cancer Risk
Exposure to BPA during pregnancy increases the risk of prostate cancer in male offspring, according to a new study.
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Mealtime TV Between Mom and Baby and Obesity
Eating mindlessly while watching TV is a bad habit associated with obesity. It's especially concerning when pregnant women watch television while eating, according to a study recently presented.
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Mom's Blood Sugar Influences Child's Weight
An expectant mother's blood sugar levels affect how heavy her baby will be, according to a new study.
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Maternal Medical Society Explores Late-Term Hypertension
Babies born between weeks 39 and 40 of pregnancy have the most positive outcomes, according to the American College of Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
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Artificially Sweetened Drinks and Preterm Delivery
New research suggests that drinking lots of artificially sweetened
beverages may be linked with an increased risk of premature births.
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Alcohol and the fetus
Alcohol consumption during pregnancy is a significant public health problem and may result in a wide range of adverse outcomes for the child.
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