Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Past medical research consistently showed that specific events unfolding during pregnancy can influence the health of their offspring after birth. While this has been widely observed in the context of physical health, for instance, when […]

Postpartum experiences are as unique as the pregnancies that come before them. Because of this, it can be difficult to recognize what’s normal and what could be a complication—even if you’ve given birth before.This article […]

The federal government’s message in its new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, released in January 2026, couldn’t be simpler: “Eat real food.”This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

Anti-abortion laws are associated with more deaths among expecting and new mothers, a new study says.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with dementia. While researchers have some idea of the factors that elevate risk, it’s still not entirely clear why this happens. But a recent study suggests […]

Pain related to sickle cell disease (SCD) increases during menstruation, as do emergency department (ED) visits and hospitalizations, for many women and girls—according to a new, nationwide study led by researchers at UC San Francisco. […]

Capacitive-resistive monopolar radiofrequency significantly improved sexual function and vaginal health in women with genitourinary syndrome of menopause, according to a study published online Feb. 10 in Menopause.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

Researchers at Amsterdam UMC have discovered that a second pregnancy alters the female brain. Previous research from the same group had already demonstrated the impact of a first pregnancy on the female brain. The new […]

Early prenatal care improves the chances of having a healthy pregnancy and baby. But a new federal report shows it’s been on the decline.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com