Extremely Premature Baby Survival Still Low
There has been no improvement in survival of babies born before 24 weeks' gestation or extremely premature, the current legal limit for abortion.
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Mothers Pass Dangerous Toxins To Babies Through Breast Milk
A landmark study shows dangerous dioxins are passed directly from mother to baby via breast milk, but can be significantly reduced by Chlorella pyrenoidosa.
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Breastfeeding cuts mother's breast cancer risk
When it comes to feeding babies, the old adage 'breast is best' certainly holds true, for a new study has found that it cuts the mother's risk of developing breast cancer.
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Finds Moms Are Buzzing About Brands
Today's pregnant women and new moms engage in one-third more word of mouth conversations per day than the total public or women and almost two-thirds of these conversations include brand recommendations.
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Breastfeeding While Taking Seizure Medicine Does Not Appear to Harm Children
A first of its kind study finds breastfeeding while taking certain seizure medications does not appear to harm a child's cognitive development.
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Factors That Influence Premature Infant Survival, Disability
Researchers have identified several factors that influence an extremely low birth weight infant's chances for survival and disability.
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Prevalence of Self-Reported Postpartum Depressive Symptoms
Postpartum depression (PPD) affects 10%-15% of mothers within the first year after giving birth. Younger mothers and those experiencing partner-related stress or physical abuse might be more likely to develop PPD.
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Preterm Birth Linked To Lifelong Health Issues
The healthcare implications of being born premature are much broader and reach further into adulthood than previously thought.
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Black Infants Are More Likely To Be Born Preterm
The African-American infant mortality rate is more than twice as high as white Americans and the preterm birth rate for black women averaged 17.6 percent, compared to the national average of 12.3 between 2002 and 2004.
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Women Expect Less Childbirth Pain
More women are now inclined to natural childbirth, but most of them are unprepared to pain.
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New IVF Cuts Risk Of Multiple Births
Single embryo implant during IVF cuts risk of multiple births, protecting both mother's and child's health.
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Babies Accidentally Mixed-Up In UK Hospital
Babies were accidentally given to wrong moms in a UK hospital.
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Babies Born To Teenage Fathers Have Greater Risk Of Birth Problems
Babies born to teenage fathers are more likely to be born before term, have low birth weight and die within the first year of birth,.
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Scientists Detect Fatal Copper Disorder At Birth
A test could greatly extend the survival of infants with Menkes disease, a rare, otherwise fatal disorder of copper metabolism.
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Hispanic Women Proficient In English More Likely To Give Birth Early
Hispanic women who had adopted the beliefs, values and behaviors of mainstream US culture were four times more likely than their peers who were not as acculturated to give birth prematurely.
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Significantly higher success rates with artificial insemination
Anew method could help some couples who are childless against their will. The microscopic procedure significantly improves the success rate of 'ICSI' (intracytoplasmic sperm injection).
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Examining Infant Mortality, Racial Disparities
Tallahassee Democrat examine infant mortality rate in Leon County, Fla.
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Blue Cross Launches Maternity Depression Program
Motherhood is often characterized as a magical experience for women with only a fading reference to the "baby blues."
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Black-White Infant Mortality Gap Widens
Despite overall improvements in infant mortality, there continues to be a disparity in infant mortality rates between whites and blacks.
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Wait For Harvard Or Have A Baby
No backdrop reveals the high cost of confusion as clearly as the emotionally charged world of baby making.
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FDA Approves Update To Label On Birth Control Patch
FDA approved additional changes to the Ortho Evra Contraceptive Transdermal (Skin) Patch label.
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Researchers Undertaking Prevention, Treatment Of Preterm Birth
Alberta has the highest rate of premature birth in the country, a condition associated with more than 75% of infant death and long-term disability.
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Montana Passes Newborn Screening Law For Cystic Fibrosis
All newborns in Montana will be screened for cystic fibrosis, beginning today.
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US Experiences Highest Number Of Recorded Birth
Nearly 4.3 million births in the U.S. were reported in 2006, the largest number recorded since 1961.
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Simple Test Predicts Risk Of Jaundice In Newborns
A simple test can accurately identify which newborn babies are at risk for developing dangerous levels of jaundice.
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Florida Recognizes January As Birth Defects Prevention Month
Each year, birth defects affect one in 33 newborns in Florida, are one of the leading causes of infant mortality, and contribute significantly to long-term disabilities.
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Wisconsin Screens Newborns For 'Bubble Boy Disease'
Wisconsin became the first state in the nation to screen all newborns for Severe Combined Immune Deficiency, sometimes known as 'Bubble Boy Disease'.
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Perinatal, Infant Mortality Rate Continues To Fall
The Department of Health has welcomed a new report, which shows perinatal and infant mortality rates in Western Australia continue to decline.
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New Mothers Should Know About Danger In Co-Sleeping With Infants
Infants who sleep in the same bed as an adult are more likely to suffer injury, even death.
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Montana Teen Birth Rate Increases
New data showing a significant increase in the Montana teen birth rate for 2006 has drawn the attention of officials with DPHHS.
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Saving Infant Lives Through SIDS Education, Sleep Safety
DHR is launching a crib matching initiative to improve Georgia's infant mortality rate and to support healthy birth outcomes.
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New Moms Want Convenient, Time-Saving Baby Products
Nearly all moms agree that convenience is their top consideration when choosing products for themselves and their babies.
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Easy After-Cesarean Care For C-Section Moms
The C-section has hit number one for inpatient surgery in the US.
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Health Canada Approves Essure Permanent Birth Control System
Conceptus announced the approval of its third generation Essure permanent birth control system by Health Canada.
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Massachusetts Hispanics, Blacks Have Higher Infant Mortality
Hispanics and blacks living in Massachusetts are disproportionately affected by diseases, such as HIV/AIDS, and have a higher infant mortality rate.
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Premature Births Can Be Prevented
Kentucky Department for Public Health is highlighting its commitment to preventing preterm birth (babies born before 37 weeks of completed gestation)
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Racial, Ethnic Disparities In Rates Of Prenatal Care, Teen Births
New Mexico Department of Health report found racial and ethnic health disparities in prenatal care, teenage birth rates and alcohol-related deaths.
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Breastfeeding Does Not Create Sagging Breasts
While the benefits of breastfeeding are unquestionable, many new mothers choose not to for fear of sagging breasts.
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Average Medical Costs For Prenatal Care, Childbirth In US About $7,600
Medical expenditures associated with an uncomplicated pregnancy and hospital childbirth averaged about $7,600 in 2004.
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Skin-To-Skin Contact, Rooming Together Are Important For New Moms, Babies
Mothers actually sleep better when the newborn stays in the room with mom -- not in the nursery.
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