Children whose parents received sleep support and guidance in the months after childbirth had half the risk of obesity at age 5 compared with other groups studied, in a somewhat unexpected new study finding. Medscape Medical News …read more
The PESAPRO study shows cervical pessary is not better than vaginal progesterone for early preterm birth prevention in women with a short cervix and is associated with more adverse events. Medscape Medical News …read more
A new American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement provides guidance for pediatricians caring for transgender and gender-diverse children and adolescents and their families. Medscape Medical News …read more
New research in rodents helps us understand why women are better protected against the harmful effects of excessive body fat than men. …read more
Although researchers are still unsure whether Pepto-Bismol passes into a woman’s breast milk, most health authorities recommend avoiding it while breastfeeding. In this article, learn about the safety and risks of taking Pepto-Bismol while breastfeeding. Also, find out about safe alternatives. …read more
Maternal use of combined estrogen/progestin oral contraception near or during pregnancy was significantly associated with an increased risk for non-lymphoid-type leukemia in offspring. Medscape Medical News …read more
A follow-up of healthy adolescents conceived through assisted reproductive technologies shows persistent premature vascular aging and progression to hypertension. Medscape Medical News …read more
Disaster aid organization urges clinicians to reach out to fragile patients, as hospitals and aid organizations prepare for what one governor says will be a ‘marathon, not a sprint.’ Medscape Medical News …read more
Researchers have found a previously unknown mechanism in the development of breast cancer, involving an enzyme that plays a key role in lactation. …read more
Breastfeeding women may worry about the effects that taking NyQuil to relieve cold and flu symptoms might have on the baby. Some products are safe to use but others may require caution depending on their ingredients, such as those containing alcohol. Learn more about the impact of using NyQuil while breastfeeding. …read more