New research has discovered an unexpected way pregnancy alters the brain—by changing a mother's temperature preferences. A ...

Late amniocentesis (24 weeks or later) demonstrated a 22.9% overall genetic diagnostic yield and a low 1.2% complication rate.

It enrolled mothers in late pregnancy and followed them and their infants up to 12 months postpartum. Wen says the research findings need to be replicated in larger cohorts with more diverse ...

During early and late pregnancy, it’s common to feel very tired. Try to get plenty of rest while you are pregnant. Your body needs 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night. You may not realize that you ...

Mar. 19, 2025 — Researchers have found that the small intestine grows in response to pregnancy in mice. This partially irreversible change may help mice support a pregnancy and prepare for a ...