May 18, 2012: Healthy Dieting in Pregnancy May Be Helpful
Review found fewer excess pounds and complications with healthy diet vs. exercise

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 03, 2012: Coffee Drinking in Pregnancy Won't Lead to Sleepless Baby: Study
It also found no increase in wakefulness among breast-fed babies whose mothers consumed caffeine

March 20, 2012: Corner Stores Stock Healthier Foods After Aid Program Changes
Government food-aid program now offers vouchers for fruits and vegetables

February 18, 2012: Dogs Can Boost Exercise Rates for Moms-to-Be
Walking pooch encourages recommended level of daily exercise, study finds

February 16, 2012: Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Fertility Woes, Miscarriage
Some women with these autoimmune disorders avoided pregnancy, study found

February 13, 2012: Mom's Vitamin D Levels Linked to Language Problems in Kids
Study finds association between low levels in pregnancy and development at ages 5 & 10

January 31, 2012: Fatty Diet Before Pregnancy Linked to Gestational Diabetes
This type of diabetes can raise risk of obstetric complications, researchers add

December 05, 2011: Fish May Cut Threat of Heart Disease in Young Women
Eating fish once a week may substantially reduce risk, compared to eating no fish, researchers say

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

October 03, 2011: Mom's Healthy Diet Might Cut Birth Defect Risk
Prevention involves overall eating, not just supplements, experts say

June 22, 2011: Pregnant Women May Go to Great Lengths to Induce Labor
Walking, spicy foods and sex are among the more common techniques moms-to-be try

June 16, 2011: Adding Folate to Tortilla Flour Might Cut Birth Defects Among Hispanics
This group has higher rate of neural tube defects than general population, experts say

June 02, 2011: Male Heart Disease May Be Linked to Mom's Lifetime Nutrition
Risk associated, in part, with mother's body size, placenta size and shape at birth, researchers say

March 10, 2011: Poor Diet in Pregnancy Tied to Disease in Offspring: Rat Study
Prenatal malnourishment may affect gene that influences long-term health, researchers suggest

March 10, 2011: Animal Study May Explain Low Birth Weight-Obesity Link
Research suggests brain may be programmed to eat more in those malnourished before birth

August 04, 2010: More Weight Gain in Pregnancy May Mean Heavier Baby: Study
It's another reason for moms-to-be to maintain a healthy weight, researchers say

July 21, 2010: Moderate Caffeine Intake Safe During Pregnancy, Experts Say
A cup a day not linked to miscarriage or preterm birth, new guidelines suggest

July 21, 2010: Prenatal Vitamin Levels a Concern After Weight Loss Surgery
Child born blind because of vitamin A deficiency, study says

July 21, 2010: Damage From Binge-Drinking in Pregnancy Worsens With Age
Children of women 30 or older suffered greater harm from prenatal exposure to alcohol, researchers find

May 13, 2010: Many Pregnant Woman Not Getting Enough Vitamin D
Simple blood test could spot those who need more supplementation, study suggests

May 03, 2010: DHA Supplements for Mom Good for Preemies
Leads to higher levels in breast milk of fatty acid that promotes brain development, researchers find

February 26, 2010: Twice as Many Women May Soon Be Diagnosed With Gestational Diabetes
Stricter guidelines take birth complications into account, researcher says

February 09, 2010: Drinking Milk While Pregnant May Lower Kids' MS Risk
Finding suggests that the effect of vitamin D begins in the womb, expert says

December 14, 2009: Birth Defects the Top Worry of Moms-to-Be
Stressful life, early delivery also rank as concerns in pregnancy, survey finds

December 02, 2009: Sugary Colas Tied to Gestational Diabetes
Study found drinking five or more per week prior to pregnancy increased risk by 22%

November 17, 2009: Folic Acid Fortification Might Boost Cancer Risk
Norwegian study found supplementation raised chances of disease by 21%

November 03, 2009: Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring
Prenatal nutrition seems to affect child's nervous system, brain growth, researchers say

October 30, 2009: Veggies in Pregnancy Lowers Child's Diabetes Risk
Type 1 less likely in kids whose moms favored these foods, study found

October 21, 2009: For Obese, Weight Gained in Pregnancy May Not Leave
Overweight women have tougher time shedding those excess pounds, study finds

September 30, 2009: Study Urges Treatment for Even Mild Gestational Diabetes
Women, babies alike benefit when therapy goes to more than just severe cases, experts say

June 09, 2009: Acupuncture May Relieve Heartburn In Pregnancy
But it's no better than standard treatment, one expert says

May 29, 2009: Enzyme Deficiency Linked to Neural Tube Defect in Mice
Study findings may hold key to preventing spina bifida

May 12, 2009: Before Conceiving, Take Folic Acid for One Full Year
Preemie risk 50 percent lower in those who take supplements that long, research shows

April 11, 2009: How Much Fish to Eat While Pregnant?
Experts debate pros, cons of consumption and mercury exposure

March 02, 2009: B12 Deficit May Boost Risk of Birth Defects
Women who are vegans and vegetarians most affected, study says

March 01, 2009: Undoing the 'Big Baby' Trend
As infant weights rise, parents are urged to take steps early to prevent obesity

February 10, 2009: Obese Moms More Likely to Have Babies With Birth Defects
But researchers note risk is still small and pounds can be shed before conception

February 05, 2009: Zinc May Counter Effects of Alcohol in Early Pregnancy
But findings don't mean it's safe for expectant moms to drink, study says

December 22, 2008: Vitamin D Deficit in Pregnancy Tied to Caesarean Risk
Women with deficiency at time of delivery had almost 4 times the odds, study says

November 18, 2008: Bariatric Surgery Before Pregnancy Benefits Moms, Babies
Weight-loss procedure may change fertility, nutritional needs, study suggests

November 18, 2008: Canola Oil Consumed During Pregnancy Lowers Breast Cancer Risk for Offspring
Mouse study found it was better than corn oil during gestation and lactation

November 03, 2008: Caffeine in Pregnancy Associated With Low Birth Weight Risk
Women need not be frightened but should limit consumption of stimulant, experts say

October 01, 2008: Dieting History Tied to Weight Gain in Pregnancy
Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds

September 29, 2008: Eating Fish, Breast-Feeding Boost Infant Development
Mom's careful choice of foods offers both physical and mental advantages, study says

September 18, 2008: Mom's Diet Can Alter Genes to Raise Babies' Asthma Risk
Supplement use may be behind doubling of respiratory disease in last 25 years, study suggests

September 18, 2008: Calcium Supplements Cut Blood Lead Levels During Pregnancy
Low-cost therapy reduces threat of transfer from mother's bones to fetus or nursing infant

September 12, 2008: Health Tip: Preparing for Pregnancy
What's needed in your diet, and what you should avoid

August 31, 2008: Brain 'Master Switch' May Control Appetite, Fertility
Mouse study shows genetic link to signals telling body when it's full, safe to mate

July 17, 2008: Dietary Fiber Cuts Risk of Pregnancy Complication
Preeclampsia raises blood pressure, but the nutrient lowers the odds, study finds