Can Living in the U.S. Increase Your Risk of Preterm Birth?
Women in the U.S. are more likely to give birth early compared to women in other developed nations. What makes the U.S. different?
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What’s Behind the US Baby Formula Shortage – and How to Make Sure It Doesn’t Happen Again
The shortage will affect some parents more than others. Not surprisingly, the most affected parents are those on the lowest income.
I Made a Promise to My Son
In the 10 years since my son died from a treatable condition, I’ve helped pass legislation to save other children — but there’s still work to do
Newborn Screening Saves Lives: What Parents Need to Know
Not all newborns are screened for the same diseases — and that's a problem
Hypertension Forced Me to Have My Baby Preterm. There Were No Warning Signs.
Being 42 years old, I knew I was at a higher risk for pregnancy complications, but this came out of nowhere and turned my world upside down
Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Preterm Birth
1 baby in 10 is born too soon in the U.S. each year. Is your baby at risk?
Iron Deficiency Anemia Can Cause Serious Problems for Pregnant Moms and Their Babies
This common condition can lead to postpartum depression and development problems in children if left untreated
When Postpartum Depression Hit, I Heard Only the Lies My Depression Told Me
As a pharmacist, I understand medications for depression but I still believed I was too defective for medicine to fix
Trying to Avoid Racist Health Care, Black Women Seek out Black Obstetricians
In addition to shared culture and values, a Black physician can offer Black patients a sense of safety, validation and trust
Pregnant Women’s Brains Show Troubling Signs of Stress – but Feeling Strong Social Support Can Break Those Patterns
Just feeling that there's someone out there she can count on can help a mom-to-be
Why the FDA Is Warning Pregnant Women Not to Use Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers
Here's what you need to know about the new warning against nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs after 20 weeks of pregnancy
Pregnancy During a Pandemic: the Stress of COVID-19 on Pregnant Women and New Mothers Is Showing
The pandemic has dramatically changed the pregnancy experience and the U.S. may have 500,000 fewer births as a result.
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Black Women Turn to Midwives to Avoid COVID and ‘Feel Cared For’
Fear of the pandemic and historically poor outcomes for Black women giving birth in hospitals is fuelling a demand for home births.
Closing the Racial Gap in Breastfeeding
More Black mothers are choosing to breastfeed and changing the narrative around breastfeeding in the Black community.
New Moms & Babies Are Leaving Maternity Wards Earlier Than Usual Due to Coronavirus
Here's what you need to know about the COVID-19 pandemic causing moms and newborns to leave the maternity ward earlier than usual.
Infant Feeding Choices: What Parents Are Saying
If you’ve ever felt judged by any of your parenting choices, you’re not alone. Read what 1,202 mothers and caregivers had to say during a recent survey.
5 Self-Care Tips for New Moms That Barely Cost a Thing
But they will make you feel like a million bucks!
RSV: It Can Happen to You
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, affects most kids under age 2 and may be no more serious than a cold. But for some babies, especially premature ones, it can be deadly.
Overcoming the Fear of Having Another Baby After Postpartum Depression
I watched other new moms bonding with their infants saying it was the best thing that ever happened to them. To me it felt like the worst. But that’s now how my story ends.
Nutrition During Breastfeeding
Good nutrition is crucial when you're breastfeeding. Check out Nurse Barb Dehn's advice for new moms.
Living With Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Isn’t the End
I watched other new moms bonding with their infants saying it was the best thing that ever happened to them. To me it felt like the worst. But that’s not how my story ends.
Insurer Slashes Breast Pump Payments, Stoking Fears Fewer Moms Will Breastfeed
Major insurer cuts payments for breast pumps, which may increase patient costs and drive some new moms from breastfeeding their infants.
For the Babies of the Opioid Crisis, the Best Care May Be Mom’s Recovery
Children exposed to opioids during pregnancy have certain early and late challenges, and helping their Moms may be the best medicine for them and helping with the consequences of neonatal abstinence syndrome.
