Furthermore, to unravel the role of physiological changes versus the parenting ... or participation coefficient across the pregnancy period. Maternal well-being was found to be the strongest ...

Maternal stress could leave epigenetic imprints on genes in the placenta associated with cortisol — a necessary hormone for ...

The objective is to provide guidance for pregnant women and obstetric care and exercise professionals on prenatal physical activity. The outcomes evaluated were maternal, fetal or neonatal morbidity, ...

Using highly specialized 3D imaging and analysis techniques, we found consistent changes in the shape of the eyes and nose, ...

Stress during pregnancy may cause changes in placental genes linked to cortisol regulation. These changes could impact fetal development.

Beyond the expected, like morning sickness and weird food cravings, pregnancy can cause all sorts of bizarre changes in the ...

By shedding less-used neural connections, the brain could be prioritising areas essential for maternal behaviours, empathy, and nurturing instincts. Other Physiological Changes During Pregnancy ...

Pregnancy triggers a physiological change in weight status ... this study aimed to examine the associations of maternal postpartum weight retention with parity, pre-pregnancy BMI, excessive ...

New Curtin University research has found exposure to outdoor air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of prolonged pregnancy, offering new insights into the impact ...

A new study reveals that during a woman’s first pregnancy, gray matter in the brain decreases by up to 4.9 per cent, partially recovering postpartum. Hormonal fluctuations drive these changes, ...

Since women are delaying childbearing until older age, acute coronary syndrome will more frequently occur during pregnancy ... not only by maternal, but also by fetal safety. The changes in ...

The state Health Department has told hospitals to have guidelines in place to help them better recognize and treat conditions ...