May 03, 2012: HIV Drug Tenofovir Safe During Pregnancy, Study Suggests
Baby's birth size not affected, but more research needed for long-term risks, experts say

April 30, 2012: Having Kids Doesn't Inspire Adults to Eat Healthier: Study
But at least new parents' diets didn't get worse, researchers say

April 30, 2012: Pacifiers Don't Discourage Breast-Feeding, Study Says
Formula feedings actually rose after 'binkies' were banned on a hospital maternity unit

April 30, 2012: Low-Income Mothers May Overfeed Their Infants
Depression, being single also linked to tendency to add cereal to baby bottle, which promotes obesity

April 17, 2012: Overweight Pregnant Women at Higher Risk for Complications
Moms with elevated blood sugar also may fall under doctors' radar, researchers say

April 16, 2012: Troubled Homes May Fuel Obesity in Girls
Study found nearly doubled risk in families coping with poverty, drug abuse, other stress

March 29, 2012: Heavier Baby Girls at Higher Risk for Diabetes, Heart Woes as Adults
Study found that as teens, they have larger waist size, higher blood levels of insulin, fat

March 22, 2012: Parents Should Lead By Example in Weight Loss, Study Finds
When parents shed pounds, overweight kids on weight-loss plan slimmed down, too

March 22, 2012: Breathing Smog in Pregnancy Linked to Child's Behavior Problems
Study found with moms' higher exposure, kids were likelier to have anxiety, depression at age 6

March 19, 2012: Kids of Meth-Using Moms at Risk of Behavioral Woes
Study suggests prenatal exposure to methamphetamine raises chances of ADHD, depression, anxiety

March 13, 2012: Mothers on Antidepressants Less Likely to Breast-Feed: Study
Pregnant women who take selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors may need more nursing education

March 09, 2012: Mother's Voice May Help Premature Babies Breathe Easier
In small study, researchers played recordings of mom's heartbeat and voice in incubators

March 09, 2012: When Unneeded, Induced Labor May Increase Complications
Mother, child fare best with spontaneous labor at 38 to 39 weeks' gestation, study finds

February 29, 2012: Dad's Depression May Rub Off on Child's Behavior
Unemployment and depression often go hand in hand, study says

February 27, 2012: Exclusive Breast-Feeding Best for Baby: Experts
Pediatricians reaffirm nursing's benefits for mother and child

February 22, 2012: Toddlers With Angry Parents May Have More Temper Tantrums
Youngsters tend to mimic coping behaviors they see at home, study shows

February 20, 2012: Study Links Colic in Infants to Migraines in Moms
Mothers with chronic headache condition more than twice as likely to have babies who cry excessively

February 10, 2012: Repeat C-Section Best Scheduled at 39 Weeks, Study Says
Operating sooner, later worse for babies, preliminary research finds

February 10, 2012: Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth
More seizures, lower Apgar scores found in home

February 10, 2012: Chemo During Pregnancy Doesn't Seem to Harm Baby
Study suggests treatment of expectant mothers is feasible after first trimester

January 30, 2012: Nurturing Moms May Help Their Child's Brain Develop
Study found toddlers with loving mothers had more growth in key brain area

January 20, 2012: Asthma Meds Likely Safe During Pregnancy: Study
Slight increase in rare birth defects, but cause not clear

January 16, 2012: Teens of Lesbian Parents Appear Well-Adjusted
Teasing, stereotypes did not affect their quality of life, small study found

January 04, 2012: U.S. Twin Births Soar: CDC
Older mothers, fertility treatments contributed to 76% rise in past 30 years

December 26, 2011: Mother-Toddler Bond May Influence Teen Obesity
Prevention strategies should go beyond eating, exercise, study suggests

December 22, 2011: Caring for Low Birth-Weight Baby Hard on Moms: Study
The added stress takes its toll on health, researchers say

December 13, 2011: Working Moms Happier, Healthier Than Stay-at-Home Peers: Study
Those with part-time jobs better able to balance work, family, researchers find

December 09, 2011: 'Love Hormone' May Buffer Kids From Mom's Depression
Anxiety, conduct disorders more prevalent in children with low oxytocin levels, study finds

December 02, 2011: Depression, Partner Conflict Raise Suicide Risk for Pregnant Women, New Moms
More than half also had a mental health diagnosis, study found

December 02, 2011: Pressure to Be Perfect Parent Can Discourage New Moms, Dads
Study found it eroded confidence for mothers, created stress for fathers

October 11, 2011: Folic Acid in Pregnancy May Prevent Kids' Language Delays
Moms started supplements before conception in Norwegian study

September 24, 2011: Good Moms Seem to Help Poor Kids Become Healthy Adults
Having a nurturing mother may protect against health risks associated with poverty, study finds

September 20, 2011: Can Fatty Acids in Breast Milk or Formula Make Kids Smarter?
Studies find benefits at 14 months and about 10 years

August 26, 2011: C-Sections Linked to Doubled Risk for Blood Clots
Steps should be taken to prevent and monitor for clots in women at risk, experts say

August 22, 2011: Trying to Be 'Supermom' Can Raise Risk for Depression
But study finds that working moms are less depressed than stay-at-home counterparts

August 21, 2011: Kids of Unhealthy, Disadvantaged Moms More Likely to Be Sickly
They also tend to have asthma, learning disabilities and to make more ER visits, study found

August 19, 2011: Moms' Depression Affects Kids' Brain Structure, Scans Show
Brain area tied to emotions larger in children of mothers with lifelong symptoms of depression

August 05, 2011: Counseling May Help Women at Risk for Breast Cancer Gene
Learning about options might relieve anxiety, improve survival in young women, researchers say

August 03, 2011: Parenting Style May Affect Child's Mental Health
Depression, anxiety less likely when mom takes kids' personalities into account, study finds

July 30, 2011: Daughters Seem to Influence Mothers' Fashion Sense
When it comes to shopping and style, teens take the lead and moms follow, study finds

July 22, 2011: Children Fare OK if Mom Works, Study Finds
Kids appear best off when both parents are gainfully employed, U.K. researchers say

June 28, 2011: Flexible Schedule Helps Keep New Moms in the Workplace
Leeway in working hours helps women meet demands of home, job, study found

June 17, 2011: Reading With Mom Can Boost Kindergarten Readiness
Poor kids tend to be less prepared for school, but having books at home can help, study suggests

June 09, 2011: Mothers Play Important Role in Recovery From Mental Illness
Negative family attitudes can harm a patient's self-esteem and quality of life, study finds

May 11, 2011: Autism Takes an Economic Toll on Mom's Job, Income: Study
Families with a child with autism spectrum disorder earn 27% less, researchers find

April 11, 2011: Having Kids Might Make Young Women Heavier, Less Fit
Study found they consumed more calories, exercised less

April 01, 2011: Many Moms Have Kids With Different Dads, U.S. Study Finds
28% of women with two or more offspring have children by more than one man, analysis showed

March 25, 2011: Study Highlights How Moms' Depression, Anger Stresses Kids
Research looked at stress hormone levels in saliva from 3 year olds

March 23, 2011: Many Obese Moms and Kids Underestimate Their Weight
Where obesity is common, overweight people may look normal, study finds

March 15, 2011: Kids Can Rebound Quickly After Mom's Depression Lifts: Study
Their behavior and mental health improves rapidly, researchers find