Pregnancies complicated by extremely early-onset foetal growth restriction (FGR), defined as a diagnosis ≤ 26 weeks of gestation, had a high risk for adverse outcomes, including perinatal death, ...

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that may raise miscarriage risk, particularly in the first trimester ...

The study sheds light on the significance of the maternal microbiota and the mechanisms by which it affects individual development and pregnancy. In a Finnish study, significant differences in the ...

When you first find out you are pregnant, thyroid health is not usually your first concern. Still, it is an important topic for every parent. Thyroid hormones help with early brain development, ...

From left to right, the researchers Nerea San Martín González, Águeda Castro Quintas, Helena Palma Gudiel and Lourdes Fañanás Saura. Maternal stress could leave epigenetic imprints on genes in the ...

Many women drink socially or even binge drink before realising they are pregnant. This article explains how early alcohol exposure interacts with very early foetal development, why timing matters, ...

Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, University of Washington Embryonic development, also known as embryogenesis, is a cornerstone in understanding the origins of life ...

Discover how prenatal infections impact newborn health and the importance of early detection for maternal and infant well-being.