March of Dimes Updates: Resources for obstetric and women's health-care providers

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.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A new study found that states with restrictive abortion laws have seen an increase in babies born with cyanotic congenital heart disease, highlighting potential long-term health care challenges.

A recent study reveals significantly elevated placental interleukin 6 and vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2 messenger RNA expression in fetal death cases, highlighting inflammation and impaired fetal protection mechanisms.