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Gestational Diabetes: 5 Life-Saving Tips for You and Your Baby-to-Be
Untreated diabetes during pregnancy can have serious repercussions. Our doctor-approved plan will help you spot the signs and take action to stay safe.

Gestational Diabetes Can Cause Heart Defects
If you devlop gestational diabetes during pregnancy, it's vital that you keep blood sugar levels in check to prevent serious heart conditions in your child.

Trying to Get Pregnant? Why Iodine Can Help
Iodine is essential for a healthy pregnancy. Find out how much you need and if you're getting enough.

An Extra Routine Ultrasound Scan Could Prevent This Common Birth Complication
Most moms-to-be only get two ultrasounds during pregnancy — but new research could change that, benefiting moms and babies alike.

New Treatment for Postpartum Depression Works 6 Times Faster Than Current Meds
Postpartum depression can be life-threatening — and yet, the main treatments for this illness can take weeks to start working. But a new drug called Zulresso just approved by the FDA can take effect in as little as two days.

6 Things to Know About Zika Virus During Pregnancy
Are you currently pregnant or planning to conceive? Take these precautions to help prevent getting Zika.

Which Shots Do You Need When You’re Pregnant?
Certain vaccines will protect you and your baby during your pregnancy and afterward. Learn which ones to get and when.

Prenatal Care: The Basics
If you’re newly pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you’re likely curious: What exactly is involved in prenatal care?

How Parents' Age and Behavior Can Affect Health of Baby
Researchers at Indiana University at Bloomington have published a study concluding that children of older fathers (45 years or older) may be at more risk of developing psychiatric problems, such as bipolar disorder, autism, psychosis, or ADHD, than c...