The choices made during pregnancy resonate far beyond the immediate term; they influence the child’s cognitive development, heart health and even their chances of struggling with obesity later in life ...

Vegetables: All veggies are good, but leafy greens are especially important pre-conception. These have antioxidants, plus important micronutrients, which Ficek says are crucial for fertility. "Zinc, ...

A human rights report by Human Rights Watch documents horrifying testimonies from women in the Gaza Strip, recounting their ...

Food assistance programs are effective in helping hungry women avoid pregnancy complications, researchers say in a new study ...

Food assistance programs are effective in helping hungry women avoid pregnancy complications, researchers say in a new study ...

The placental barrier fails to fully protect against harmful contaminants, prompting calls for iodine testing in pregnancy ...

Pregnant moms like Erika Poole hear it all the time: a good diet can boost your baby’s health. “I know I am doing everything ...

Some social determinants of health act as barriers to maintaining a healthy diet during pregnancy and higher saturated fats ...

When it comes to the battle of the bulge, women face a greater challenge than men and must take additional preventive steps.

A century ago, iodine deficiency affected kids across large swaths of the country. It essentially disappeared after some food makers started adding it to table salt, bread, and some other foods, in ...