Jihong Liu, ScD, highlights adverse perinatal outcomes linked to the COVID pandemic
April 7th 2025New research reveals that both COVID-19 infection and broader pandemic-related stressors significantly impact pregnancy outcomes, including increased rates of preterm birth, low birth weight, and neonatal intensive care unit admissions.
Experts highlight infant health benefits from minor diet changes in pregnancy
April 7th 2025Small dietary changes such as switching to whole grains and choosing healthier drinks can support fetal brain development and set the stage for lifelong health, according to Elinor L. Sullivan, PhD, and Elizabeth K. Wood, PhD.
How the impact of maternal diet on infant health is strengthened in late pregnancy
April 4th 2025New research from Elinor L. Sullivan, PhD, and Elizabeth K. Wood, PhD, suggests that a mother's diet in the third trimester, particularly its glycemic index, plays a key role in infant mental health at 6 months, highlighting the importance of prenatal nutrition.
Experts discuss how maternal diet during pregnancy impacts infant development
April 3rd 2025A new study from Elinor L. Sullivan, PhD, and Elizabeth K. Wood, PhD, highlights how the glycemic quality of a mother’s diet, particularly in the third trimester, may influence an infant’s risk for future mental health concerns.