During their 20-week ultrasound, Jeffrey Holt and Gemma Moorby learned some devastating news; there...
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Ochsner Medical Center Performs First In Utero Surgery in Gulf South Region with Remarkable Success
Already parents of a two-year-old daughter, Kaci and Anthony Boudreaux were excited about welcoming...
Researchers Find New Method to Better Identify Women at High Risk for Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-related condition characterized by a rapid rise in blood pressure...
Women Who are Overweight Prior to Pregnancy at Greatest Risk for Cesarean Birth, Study Says
Obesity is a rising, worldwide epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, 1.4 billion...
UK Mom Scarred for Life by an Allergic Reaction to Pregnancy
Most women are told they have a pregnancy “glow.” Zuleika Closs, 26, had a pregnancy rash, one that...
High Blood Pressure during Pregnancy may Lower Child’s IQ Later in Life
According to a new study, conducted by the University of Helsinki in Finland, infants born to...
Planned Births on the Rise in Australia
here are certain instances in which ivering early is considered a better alternative than carrying...
Researchers Find Evidence that Placenta and Uterus ‘Battle’ May Be Responsible for Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy condition that can be fatal. Signs and symptoms of preeclampsia can...
Pioneering Treatment Saves Baby in the Womb
While in the womb, baby James was given a one percent chance of survival owing to his mother’s rare...
Study Finds Link Between High Fat Diet and Increased Stillbirth Risk
Eating a high fat diet is unhealthy for anyone. However, a recent study performed at the Oregon...
Every Mother Counts – An Organization We Should All Support
Every minute, of every day, there is one death due to pregnancy and childbirth complications. That...