The Risks of Obesity During and After Pregnancy
Obesity and excess weight can increase the risk of complications during pregnancy for both parent and child — and for people of color, the stakes are the highest
Pregnancy & Postpartum
Overall Preterm Birth Rates in the United States Increased Last Year — And They Rose for Women of Color
Race and economic status continue to impact birth outcomes for moms and babies
Why Aren’t Pregnant Women Getting Vaccinated?
Our new survey takes a look at why so many pregnant women are skipping vaccines
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?
Top Facts You Need to Know About Medical Abortion
What is medical abortion? How does it work? Where can you get it?
A Misdiagnosed Ectopic Pregnancy Nearly Sent Me Into Septic Shock
Doctors convinced me my symptoms were connected to my anxiety — and I believed them
Should You Worry About Data From Your Period-Tracking App Being Used Against You?
A 2019 study found that 79% of health apps available through the Google Play store regularly shared user data. The data could conceivably be used in a criminal prosecution.
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.
How Mental Health Affects Your Heart
Stress, depression and anxiety can affect your heart as well as your mind. What’s the connection between mental health and heart disease, and how can you reduce your risk?
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
Eczema and Children: What Parents Can Do to Keep Their Kids Healthy
A pediatric dermatologist weighs in on how you can help a child with atopic dermatitis
From Healthy Births to Sustainable Management, 5 Essential Reads on the Fascinating and Complex Vagina
The vagina is a hardworking organ in its own right, with its own ecosystem
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
How Medical Technology Is Changing Health Care
What is it? Who’s using it? And how is it being used?
Heart to Heart: How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Heart Health Throughout Your Life
Complications during pregnancy are far from temporary when it comes to your health, but there are things you can do to reduce your risk
Preterm Delivery Puts Moms at Risk, Too
What one woman didn’t know about preterm delivery, heart disease and diabetes almost killed her
Folic Acid and Birth Defects: What’s the Connection?
Why all women of reproductive age should make sure they’re getting enough folic acid
Why Kids Shouldn’t Eat Added Sugar Before They Turn 2, According to a Nutritional Epidemiologist
Foods and beverages high in added sugars provide a lot of calories but not a lot of nutrients
Pregnancy Apps and Online Spaces Fail to Support Individuals Grieving a Pregnancy Loss – Here’s What to Do About It
Society largely stigmatizes and dismisses pregnancy loss by not treating it as a loss that deserves to be grieved
New Moms Are Busy Checking on Their Babies. But Is Anyone Checking on Them?
A recent survey shows that new moms may need support
Newborn Screening Saves Lives: What Parents Need to Know
Not all newborns are screened for the same diseases — and that's a problem
Fast Facts: Alternatives to Opioids for Pain Management After Common Surgeries for Women
Learn what to consider when it comes to pain management options
I Recovered From Surgery on My Own Terms
I struggled with side effects from opioids after my first C-section, so I chose to do things differently the second time around
Thinking About Getting a Tummy Tuck? What to Know Before Going Under the Knife.
A tummy tuck can help your abdomen look firmer, but it's not a complete weight loss overhaul
Vaccination Against Covid-19 Supports a Healthy Pregnancy by Protecting Both Mother and Child – an Immunologist Explains the Maternal Immune Response
Research during the pandemic has shown that mothers infected with Covid-19 during pregnancy are twice as likely to require ICU care for their newborns, or to lose their children shortly after birth