Neural tube defects (NTDs) are a group of relatively common fatal or severely disabling birth defects, including spina bifida and anencephaly.
Scientists discovered years ago that newborn infants depend upon immune components transferred from their mothers to survive the onslaught of pathogens that begin invading their bodies as soon as they are born.
Research project at Aarhus University provides a new understanding of what can be defined as normal and excessive crying among infants.
The health risks for pregnant women who contract COVID-19 disease are concerning. Unvaccinated pregnant women are more likely to require hospitalisation and treatment for COVID-19 compared to those vaccinated.
One question childbirth educators are very likely to be asked relates to the pros and cons of induction, especially in the context of pregnancy continuing after 40 weeks.
Jonathan Sher, Queen’s Nursing Institute Scotland, argues for the persuasive power of affirming the positive when trying to move the preconception health agenda forward.
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