Mothers in Bangladesh often start pregnancy care early but stop before completing all recommended visits. Only a small portion stick with the full health service plan, called the maternal continuum of care, which includes prenatal visits, safe delivery support, and postpartum checkups. This drop-off
The study looked at 87 mothers and their babies to see how a mom’s weight, diet, exercise, and health during pregnancy influence the baby’s size in the first year. Researchers tracked mothers each trimester, measuring weight and body fat, while also asking about food choices and physical activity
Moms in America face big challenges. Many struggle with addiction or mental health issues, especially during and after pregnancy. Yet, our country is not doing enough to support them. America has the highest rate of moms dying from pregnancy-related issues among wealthy nations. Shockingly, over 20
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has secured a $40 million federal contribution aimed at reducing the state’s alarming infant and maternal death rates. The money arrives through a new appropriations act approved by Congress last month and signed into law on February 3rd. UAMS w
Early births are more common than many people realize. Scientists and doctors are trying to figure out why. They studied many cases in a large hospital. They found several things that can increase the chances of a baby arriving early. One key finding is that if a mother has had an early baby before
Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr
A recent study has uncovered a surprising link between moms' eating habits and their kids' breathing problems. It turns out that women who struggle with eating disorders might have a higher chance of having children with asthma or wheezing. The research, which looked at data from nearly 131, 500 mo
The United States is still struggling with pregnancy health, according to a recent report. For the fourth year in a row, the country received a D+ grade. This means that one out of every 10 babies is born too early. In 2024, nearly 380, 000 babies were born prematurely. This rate is one of the highe
A major deal just happened in the world of medical tech. Laborie Medical Technologies is buying the JADA System from Organon. This system helps stop heavy bleeding after childbirth. The price tag? A whopping $465 million. That's a lot of money, but it's for a device that could save lives. The JADA
In Lebanon, many expecting mothers face tough times. They often can't get the care they need. This is because the health system is overwhelmed. Plus, there are lots of refugees. This makes things even harder. A new idea is using phones and games to help. These tools can reach many people. They are
