Cover Story: Antepartum and intrapartum risk factors for newborn encephalopathy

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A new study found that states with restrictive abortion laws have seen an increase in babies born with cyanotic congenital heart disease, highlighting potential long-term health care challenges.

A recent study reveals significantly elevated placental interleukin 6 and vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 messenger RNA expression in fetal death cases, highlighting inflammation and impaired fetal protection mechanisms.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A recent study reveals significantly lower initiation and continuation rates of Mother’s own milk feeding among late preterm infants compared to other gestational age groups, highlighting a need for targeted support.

A recent study reveals that offering financial incentives to pregnant women to quit smoking can lead to increased neonatal birth weight and improved health outcomes.