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Actress Aubrey Plaza shared joyful news on the Smartless podcast: she's expecting her first child at 41. The announcement comes as she opens up about her journey through past health challenges and finding hope again.
Three-time WWE champion Bianca Belair surprised over 50,000 WrestleMania fans with joyful news: she's expecting her first child with husband Montez Ford. The heartwarming announcement came after months away from the ring following an injury.
Researchers mapping pregnancy tissues found a completely new type of cell that appears only during gestation. The discovery could help explain pregnancy complications and improve outcomes for mothers and babies.
A dedicated marathoner ran three full races during her pregnancy, one in each trimester, proving that staying active can be safe and empowering for expecting mothers. With medical support and a flexible training approach, she crossed finish lines at 3, 17, and 33 weeks pregnant.
A mother literally carries her child for decades after birth—baby cells cross into her bloodstream during pregnancy and may protect against cancer and Alzheimer's. Science is revealing seven lasting ways pregnancy changes women's bodies, many of them beneficial.
Scientists in Vienna created the first embryos without sperm or eggs, unlocking secrets about why so many pregnancies don't survive the first critical week. This breakthrough is already improving IVF success rates and treatments for pregnancy complications.
For the first time, researchers have tracked how a mother's brain rewires itself during pregnancy, revealing widespread changes in nearly every brain region. The groundbreaking Maternal Brain Project is finally studying what happens to women's brains during motherhood, a topic science has largely ignored until now.
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New brain imaging studies reveal pregnancy doesn't cause "mommy brain" decline—it triggers profound neural rewiring that enhances bonding, emotional intelligence, and may even make brains younger. Scientists say the transformation is as significant as adolescence.
A groundbreaking Spanish study reveals pregnancy changes brain structure in positive ways, reshaping grey matter to help moms bond with and care for their babies. The findings flip the script on "baby brain," showing these changes represent specialized rewiring, not decline.
A small clinical trial shows promise for a dialysis-like treatment that could help pregnant people with severe preeclampsia carry their babies longer without emergency delivery. The condition affects 4% of U.S. pregnancies and currently has no cure except delivering the baby, often prematurely.
Young researchers at UC San Diego are solving some of women's health's toughest puzzles, from safer pregnancies to better cancer treatments. Their annual showcase proves the next generation of medical scientists is ready to change lives.
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A massive Danish study of 1.5 million children brings reassuring news for expectant mothers worried about Tylenol use. The research found no link between taking the common pain reliever during pregnancy and autism in children.
Scientists tested a blood-filtering technique that could become the first real treatment for preeclampsia, a dangerous condition affecting 8% of pregnancies. The therapy safely reduced harmful protein levels and may help mothers carry babies longer.
Researchers mapping pregnancy at the cellular level found a completely new type of cell that appears only when a woman is pregnant. These mystery cells may help explain how the body creates the perfect environment for a growing baby.
A growing movement of women are spending months preparing their bodies for pregnancy through lifestyle changes, nutrition, and wellness optimization. Inspired by social media and holistic health experts, they're treating preconception like training for a major life event.
A major new study of 434 children brings reassuring news for pregnant mothers: getting the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine during pregnancy shows no link to autism or developmental delays. The research tracked children up to 30 months old and found identical outcomes whether mothers received the vaccine or not.
Scientists analyzed 43 studies and found no link between taking Tylenol during pregnancy and autism, giving expectant mothers clear guidance they can trust. The research confirms what doctors have been saying all along: pregnant women can safely use acetaminophen for pain and fever when needed.
A groundbreaking UCLA study of 7,000 women reveals that pregnancy and breastfeeding are connected to better cognitive function decades later. The findings could reshape how we approach Alzheimer's prevention for women.
European researchers analyzed 260,000+ children and found no link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism or ADHD. The comprehensive review brings relief to expecting mothers worried by recent misinformation.
A groundbreaking study has identified the gene responsible for severe pregnancy nausea that affects up to 10% of pregnant people. The discovery could finally lead to effective treatments for a condition that has long been dismissed and misunderstood.
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