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Pregnancy and Birth
Performing an abortion now a felony in Oklahoma
April 12, 2022
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill into law, making performing an abortion a felony, punishable up to 10 years in prison.
Using delayed cord clamping to improve outcomes for very preterm infants
March 24, 2022
Evidence indicates that a delay in umbilical cord clamping leads to better outcomes for infants. What are the outcomes for those who are very preterm?
Identifying the optimal gestational weight gain for infant health
February 22, 2022
Gone are the days of little guidance for weight gain during pregnancy, but determining the best weight range has been elusive. A new study provides some helpful advice.
Early gestational diabetes screening in women at risk for gestational diabetes: a randomized controlled trial
February 04, 2022
Researchers presented a study at the SMFM 42nd Annual Pregnancy Meeting to assess if early gestational diabetes (GDM) screening is associated with improved perinatal outcomes.
Exploring the maternal gut microbiome during the lactational period
February 03, 2022
Researchers presented their oral abstract on the association between lactation and the gut microbiome during the SMFM 42nd Annual Pregnancy Meeting.
MiPATH Prenatal Care Recommendations: a how-to guide for maternity care professionals
January 11, 2022
Together, the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecologists (ACOG) and the University of Michigan developed MiPATH recommendations (Michigan Plan for Appropriate Tailored Healthcare) to create comprehensive, tailored prenatal care plans for patients.
Using certain hair products during pregnancy may negatively impact maternal hormone levels
January 04, 2022
The use of hair dyes, bleach, relaxers, and mousse was associated with lower levels of sex steroid hormones in pregnant women, according to a new Rutgers study.
Impact of marijuana: Frequently asked questions
October 12, 2021
With growing public endorsement of the potential benefits of marijuana, it is important for health care providers to effectively counsel patients regarding its effects on fertility and future offspring.
Reducing the stigma of unplanned pregnancy starts with a conversation
October 07, 2021
An unplanned pregnancy can translate into a multitude of health factors and risks for both the mother and the baby.
Pregnant women benefit from getting COVID-19 vaccination
October 05, 2021
With the Delta variant, there was an increase in coronavirus-related hospitalizations by more than one-third among these individuals.