During the foetal stage, a number of so-called cell programs run that are vital to the development of the foetus. In a study published in Cell Reports, researchers from Lund University demonstrate ...

Most people think that as the foetus grows in the womb, the mother will be the most important factor influencing the child's future health, and this factor will undoubtedly prevail over all other ...

During pregnancy, the placenta is the lifeline between mother and baby. It supplies the foetus with oxygen and nutrients, removes waste products and acts as a partial shield against harmful substances ...

A study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a centre supported by the "la Caixa" Foundation, provides new evidence on the adverse effects of prenatal exposure to ethylene ...

National Safe Motherhood Day is observed every year on April 11. The day aims to raise awareness about maternal health, healthcare for pregnant women, reducing maternal mortality and ensuring access ...

Here are just a few of the common conditions a mother can develop after giving birth: One common condition that arises after ...

During pregnancy, it’s normal to feel excited and a little worried, especially when you find out your baby’s growth is speeding up or slowing down. It’s natural to ask why your baby doesn’t seem to ...