Cover Story: Recommending exercise during pregnancy

Primary care interventions, such as education and support, effectively promote breastfeeding up to 6 months, improving rates of any and exclusive breastfeeding, according to the USPSTF.

New research reveals that twin fetuses have reduced fat and muscle mass compared to singletons as early as 15 weeks of gestation, offering fresh insight for prenatal care.

A new study reveals that consuming high-glycemic foods during the third trimester of pregnancy may impact infant temperament and emotional health.

A new study found that exclusive or longer-duration breastfeeding is associated with a reduced risk of language, social, and neurodevelopmental delays in young children.

A new study found that pregnant women infected with COVID-19, especially in the third trimester or with severe symptoms, faced higher risks of preterm birth, low birthweight, and neonatal intensive care unit admission.

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