Researchers have identified Nr1h2, a critical transcription factor essential for early embryo development. The findings enhance our understanding of gene regulation during blastoid formation and hold...
Scientists have discovered that pregnancy may trigger a natural immunity to boost protection against severe flu infection. Contrary to the common belief that pregnancy increases vulnerability...
By Ambreen Molitor, National Director of Product Innovation, Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Positive data has been reported from a pivotal trial of the infertility treatment FemaSeed intratubal insemination (ITI) – a type of artificial insemination designed to enhance...
The largest and most comprehensive study of currently prescribed hormone treatments has found that the risk of blood clots, stroke and heart attack differ depending on...
A gene therapy approach to boosting the placenta is safe in monkeys, according to a new, short-term study, bringing the potential treatment closer to improving birthweights...
Infants whose mothers regularly use language to describe what their child is thinking or feeling, have higher levels of the hormone oxytocin, finds a new study....
Expectant mothers who maintain a diet that meets USDA dietary guidelines during pregnancy may be more likely to have infants with healthy birthweights, steadier growth patterns,...
A new study reveals a troubling rise in severe maternal health issues and birth complications in Illinois from 2016 to 2023, closely linked to increases in...
Short-term menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) does not have long-term cognitive effects when given to women in early postmenopause, according to a new study. While MHT can...
