Pregnancy

A resurgence of syphilis in the United States has led to a dramatic spike in cases of the disease among newborns, according to a new report.

A new study suggests that with the help of nutritional counseling and a smartphone app, pregnant women who are overweight or obese can safely restrict their weight gain.

The harmful effects of air pollution affect far more than a person's respiratory system; previous research has found that it can also hurt babies in the womb.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released its first-ever guidelines on marijuana use for pregnant and breast-feeding women.

Some pregnant women may be using marijuana to self-medicate symptoms of morning sickness.

Doctors have a very good reason for this recommendation.

Pregnant women who have high levels of a byproduct from the banned insecticide DDT in their bodies may be more likely to have a child with autism, a new study finds.

Pregnant woman have long been advised to "wait it out" until 41 weeks before doctors will recommend inducing labor. But a new study suggests otherwise.

Deciding between boxers and briefs may be about more than just comfort. Men's underwear choices may affect their sperm health, a new study suggests.

How long will she make us wait this time?

Each year, about 50,000 U.S. women are severely injured and 700 die during childbirth.

Women who are pregnant may not spend much time worrying about their own hearts, but a new study suggests they should.

Do dreams really become more vivid and bizarre when you're pregnant?

Getting too hot or dehydrated can pose a risk of pregnancy complications, experts say.

The womb is a tight space in which to exercise, but kicking is vital for a baby's healthy development.

If you've ever found yourself at a real loss for words while pregnant, or feel like you just keep forgetting to book appointments during those nine months of expecting, you're not the only one.

Proper nutrition during pregnancy is important for mother and baby, but there's been a debate about exactly how much vitamin D pregnant women need.

In a dramatic reality TV finale, actor and wrestler John Cena said that he's willing to reverse his vasectomy so he and his girlfriend can have children, but can it be done?