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Heartburn and Infant Hair
April 06, 2016This baby has great hair. Does that mean her mother had great heartburn during pregnancy? ... Read more
What You Don't Expect When Expecting
April 06, 2016There are symptoms of pregnancy that everyone knows -- and then there are these symptoms. ... Read more
The Impacts of Caffeine on Miscarriage
March 30, 2016Cut down on coffee and caffeinated soda if you are trying to conceive. ... Read more
Not Female Problems: 5 Conditions Also Affecting Men
February 09, 2016They are health problems largely associated with women, but men can be affected as well. ... Read more
The Real Risks of Zika Virus
January 27, 2016Tiny mosquitoes are causing big problems -- and making big headlines -- in South America, Central America and the Caribbean. The Zika virus is causing panic due to a possible link to birth defects in the babies of mothers who contracted the illness during pregnancy. However, very little is yet known about it. ... Read more
Conception After Miscarriage: New Research on Waiting
January 12, 2016Handling a pregnancy loss can be difficult for couples wanting to become parents. And the assumption that it is better to wait for a while before attempting to conceive again can make it even harder. But new research now says that common wisdom is incorrect. ... Read more
Safety Checklist for Summer Pregnancies
August 14, 2015Summer is here, and that means picnics and pool parties. But is it safe to use sunscreen and bug spray if you're pregnant? Should expectant moms take extra precautions at picnics? Jessica Pittman, M.D., an Ob-Gyn at University of Utah Health Care, explains.... Read more
Miscarriage and Misconceptions
August 11, 2015Miscarriage previously was the subject of whispered conversations. However, it may now be going mainstream. ... Read more
Sex Selection Raises Legal, Ethical Concerns
July 10, 2015Rumors that Kim Kardashian chose to have a boy have led to questions about sex selection.... Read more
Unborn Babies Respond to Mother’s Touch
July 10, 2015Doctors recommend pregnant women rub their bellies in addition to talking to their baby bumps.... Read more
"Tweaking" the Test
July 07, 2015When trying to conceive the dreaded “two week wait” can feel like an eternity. That’s the span of time between when conception likely occurred and the first day of the (hopefully) missed period. Many women may take home pregnancy tests early, only to be disappointed by a negative result. Now though, some are trying to make those negatives positive – using photo enhancing software. ... Read more
Body Shaming Post Pregnancy: What You Should Focus On
June 08, 2015Pregnancy and birth are a life changing gift, so what's with post-pregnancy body shaming? Here are the things you should focus on post-pregnancy.... Read more
Breast Cancer During Pregnancy Rare and Dangerous
May 22, 2015The story of a new mother who died from breast cancer discovered during her pregnancy is bringing attention to a rare form of the disease.... Read more
What Time of Day Are Most Babies Born?
May 22, 2015The use of medical interventions for childbirth, such as cesarean delivery and induced births, means births are more likely to occur during these times.... Read more
Vaginal Vs. Cesarean Delivery
May 08, 2015Are you pregnant? Whether you’re planning to deliver naturally or by cesarean section, here are some stats and facts you should know. ... Read more
How to Prep for Pregnancy
May 05, 2015Are you thinking about having a baby this year? Months before you conceive, you can start preparing your body to be a healthy home for your baby. Here's how.... Read more
Baby Spacing: Many Women Don’t Wait Long Enough Between Pregnancies
April 27, 2015Doctors advise women to wait at least 18 months between pregnancies to reduce the risk of complications, but nearly one in three women don’t wait that long.... Read more
Induced Labor Does Not Increase the Odds of Autism Spectrum Disorder, According to Study
February 05, 2015A new study out of Utah recommends physicians continue to induce labor for mothers who are under medical duress. Despite previous claims that inducing labor might increase the likelihood of a child being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), researchers and physicians from University of Utah Health Sciences and Intermountain Healthcare have found no association between the two. ... Read more
Motherhood at Age 51
January 20, 2015Cindy is a glowing new mom. On January 15, she gave birth to her first child at the University of Utah Hospital. ... Read more
Keepsake Ultrasounds Are Unnecessary and Risky
January 06, 2015Ultrasound scans should be performed for medical reasons only, not for parties or at imaging centers.... Read more
Listeria Outbreak Raises Concerns
January 05, 2015People wanting a sweet treat instead got a nasty food borne illness. More than 30 people in the U.S. have contracted listeriosis, believed to have come from caramel apples made by at least three different companies. ... Read more
Checklist to a Safer Pregnancy Over the Holidays
December 17, 2014Along with the holidays come endless parties to attend. While you know to avoid alcohol during pregnancy, there’s another big danger to you and your unborn baby this time of year. ... Read more
Breathing Dirty Air During Pregnancy Raises ADHD Risk
November 19, 2014Air pollution could be bad news for your baby. How do you know whether it's OK to go outside?... Read more
Checklist: Prepping for Pregnancy
October 06, 2014Ready for a baby? Ideally, your preparation should begin at least nine months in advance. Here's a list of ways to prep your body for pregnancy. ... Read more
Flu Is Worse for Pregnant Women
October 02, 2014A flu vaccination is a must for pregnant women, who are more vulnerable to influenza.... Read more
Pregnant? Tuna May Not Be Safe to Eat
August 29, 2014Consumer Reports magazine disagrees with government recommendations. It says tuna isn't safe for pregnant women.... Read more
Pregnant? Eat More Fish but Proceed with Caution
June 19, 2014New recommendations encourage pregnant women to eat more fish, but avoid fish high in mercury, including fish from local waterways.... Read more
A Natural Approach for Fertility
June 12, 2014Needles, artificial hormones, and big medical bills are just a few of the things that spring to mind when the topic of fertility treatments comes up. However, there are other treatments that focus on increasing natural fertility, rather than on artificial means. ... Read more
Should you Exercise When You're Pregnant?
May 27, 2014What are the benefits and risks of exercise? Are there exercises you should¿or shouldn¿t¿do? Dr. Van Horn explains. ... Read more
A Lifetime of Service Honored
May 12, 2014Dr. James Scott receives the prestigious Luella Klein Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists... Read more
New Research Explores How Smoking while Pregnant Leads to Other Diseases
May 01, 2014While many parents-to-be are aware that the health of their baby starts before they've actually arrived into the world, recent research reveals that harm may not present itself disease-wise until well into adulthood.... Read more
Stay Calm and Labor On
April 09, 2014Stress hormones released during certain types of difficult births may be linked to later aggression in childhood. Learn how to reduce stress during childbirth. ... Read more
Trying to Get Pregnant? Cut Out Stress
April 03, 2014Have you been having trouble getting pregnant? You may be stressed out. The findings of a new study link a woman's infertility with her stress level.... Read more
Organ Transplant Study Looking for Participants
January 28, 2014Study seeking female children born to transplant patients before 1995, who have also had a pregnancy.... Read more
High-Risk Pregnancies: Who's at Risk and How to Deal
January 03, 2014Four high-risk situations, and advice on how to make pregnancy and delivery as smooth as possible.... Read more
Holiday Safety Tips for Moms-To-Be
December 19, 2013For pregnant women, the holiday season is a time for celebration, but it's also a time to exercise caution to avoid some of the hazards that are prevalent at this time of year. ... Read more
Are High-Intensity Workouts Healthy for Pregnant Women?
October 30, 2013University Physician Erin A.S. Clark weighs in on the topic of healthy exercise habits for pregnant women.... Read more
Published Study Looks at Patterns and Risk Factors for Preterm Births
April 04, 2013Recently published study by Sara Simonsen, Ph.D., explores preterm birth risks and factors for mothers who have had at least three children... Read more