When home births go wrong, will the hospital take walk-ins?

A growing number of women are opting for home births. But when issues arise during labor, transferring to a hospital can be ...
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Timing of Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy Tied to Hypertension Years After Delivery

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, whether detected before, during, or after childbirth, are linked to an increased risk of developing high blood pressure 2-7 years after delivery.

Can the placenta predict schizophrenia risk? Lessons from prenatal cannabis exposure

There is strong evidence connecting cannabis use during pregnancy to harmful effects on a child’s brain development, including a higher risk of schizophrenia.
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Study finds most YouTube advice on morning sickness lacks scientific evidence and some may pose risks

Researchers analysed highly viewed YouTube videos on nausea and vomiting in pregnancy and found most recommendations lacked ...

Penn expert says whether to take antidepressants during pregnancy is a ‘risk-risk conversation’

A Penn researcher found the risk of a mental health emergency nearly doubled in women who discontinued their SSRIs or SNRIs, ...

They're Scared They're Bleeding Too Much — Or Not Enough. Here's Who They Call During An At-Home Abortion.

April Lockley usually fields calls as a volunteer provider for the Miscarriage and Abortion hotline while taking care of her 3-year-old daughter at home. It can be tricky to juggle hotline calls while ...