University of Texas researchers are developing an AI app that uses smartphone to track fetal movement, breathing and hiccups during pregnancy.

Research measured fetal movements in 51 pregnant women and found that higher frequencies were strongly linked to greater maternal attachment. Paying conscious attention to these signals may be a ...

For some families, the joy of a new baby comes with unexpected challenges: About 3% of US newborns — roughly 1 in 33 — have a birth defect each year. While it might seem scary, the good news is that ...

The most detailed map yet of the maternal-fetal connection identifies new cell types and insights into conditions such as ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The flutter of a kick inside the womb may mean more than just a healthy, active baby—it could be laying the foundation ...

Visits with the MFM team are designed to be both thorough and supportive. Appointments include a physical and emotional check-in, a review of the pregnancy's progress and updates to the care plan.“We ...

More women are turning to marijuana to treat pregnancy-related illnesses, but experts warn of possible adverse side effects. Cannabis use is rising among pregnant women — especially during the first ...

The woman was told her unborn baby had a condition known as anencephaly, which affects the development of the brain and skull Toria Sheffield joined the PEOPLE editorial staff in 2024. Her work as a ...