by Bo Pentecost | Jan 8, 2020 | Fertility, Pregnancy
“Maternal exposure to household products can impact offspring IQ”. Nathaniel DeNicola, MD, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at The George Washington University, reported children who are exposed to chemicals in the womb may face a range of...
by Bo Pentecost | Aug 22, 2019 | Exercise, Pregnancy
Staying active is one thing that you can do to promote a healthy pregnancy. Not only is exercise during pregnancy good for you, but it also has benefits for your baby. Whether you are just starting to add a little more physical activity to your life, or you are...
by Bo Pentecost | Aug 12, 2019 | Exercise, Pregnancy
Babies whose mothers had exercised tended to perform better on tests of motor skills. Newborns whose mothers exercise during pregnancy may become physically coordinated a little earlier than other babies, according to a captivating new study of gestation, jogging and...
by Bo Pentecost | Aug 7, 2019 | Nutrition, Pregnancy
Having too much caffeine during pregnancy may impair baby’s liver development and increase the risk of liver disease in adulthood, according to a new study. Pregnant rats given caffeine had offspring with lower birth weights, altered growth and stress hormone...