According to a new study, being born as a result of C-sections slows a baby's spatial attention and plays a role in how well they are able to focus in on an object of interest. Read More
According to a new study, pregnant women who take SSRI antidepressants have lower risks of certain pregnancy complications. However, there is an increased risk of neonatal problems associated with mothers who take the medications. Read More
According to a new study, high levels of FAEEs in meconium can alert doctors to a possible risk for future cognitive problems in newborns. Read More
A new study reports that changes in a mother's vaginal microbiome due to stress can impact brain development and gut microbiota in her offspring. Read More
Neuroimaging study finds higher rates of mouth movements in unborn babies of mothers who smoke. Read More
A new study reports iodine deficiency during pregnancy can impact embryonic brain development. Read More
Exposure to fine particulate air pollution during the third trimester of pregnancy puts offspring at higher risk of autism, a new study reports. Read More
Researchers report children with ASD were more than twice as likely to have mothers who suffered from preeclampsia during pregnancy. Read More
Researchers report PCBs can interfere with thyroid hormone action in pregnant women and affect fetal brain development. Read More
A new study reports pregnant women with PTSD are at increased risk of preterm birth. Read More
The presence of C-reactive protein in pregnant women's blood appears to be associated with a greater risk of schizophrenia in their offspring, a new study reports. Read More
