Pregnancy Articles

Spanish researchers have found that when twin pregnancies are created by In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), the stronger embryo actually helps the weaker one survive. There is a higher live birth weight from IVF when there are twin pregnancies.

Pregnancy should not deter obese women from watching their weight. Contrary to popular belief, research shows that obese women can maintain their weight or even lose some pounds safely during their pregnancy without jeopardizing the health of the fetus.

Are you simply overwhelmed by the demands of new motherhood, or could you be suffering from postpartum depression?

Postpartum psychosis is postpartum depression gone wild — complete with hallucinations and delusions. How can you recognize its symptoms, and how can these severe psychiatric disorder be treated?

The national cesarean section rate in the United States has steadily been rising for decades. Right now, it's at 32 percent of all births.

Are you pregnant again following a c-section? In this article, we discuss the risks of vaginal birth after cesarean section, and how they compare to the risks of a repeat c-section to help you decide which option is right for you.

When it comes to childbirth, the options are many. Choosing between a vaginal delivery and a cesarean delivery can be a tricky task, so find out the right information right here, right now!

A healthy pregnancy requires a healthy placenta. What can go wrong with the placenta during pregnancy, birth and postpartum — and how are placental problems diagnosed and managed?

Epidural anesthesia is the most powerful pain relief any laboring woman can have, but an increasing number of moms are choosing to use water to soothe their contractions instead. Would you give birth in a birthing tub?

Are you pregnant, or know someone who is? Before you ask when the baby is "due", ask what estimated due dates really mean. A new study just found that pregnancy length naturally varies by as much as five weeks.