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Depressed mother gave birth to many stress hormones
Mothers who are depressed during childbirth have higher levels of stress hormones and neurological and behavioral differences.
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Women with blood type O are more likely to become pregnant
A study by American scientists found that women with blood type O were more likely to become pregnant than women with other blood types.
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Men can get pregnant within two years
Swedish scientists have discovered the secret of uterine transplantation, opening up the possibility of the theory that men can become pregnant and have children.
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Do not abstain from pregnancy after miscarriage
In medical guidelines so far, pregnant women who have miscarried are often advised to only be pregnant again after at least 6 months. However, recent research by the Uni…
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Licorice is not good for babies
European scientists warn pregnant women of licorice can increase their risk of developing diabetes, hypertension and adult obesity.
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Coffee does not affect pregnancy
Drinking a cup of coffee every day during pregnancy does not increase the risk of miscarriage or premature birth.
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Most pregnant women lack vitamin D
Pregnant women need to take higher doses of vitamin D, compared with the usual indications, a new study has just recommended.
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Obese mother, baby easy heart defects
The mother is obese during pregnancy, the baby is born more at risk of heart defects, a US government study.
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Pregnant women like alcohol, children are susceptible to epilepsy
Women who drink alcohol during pregnancy cause their babies to have a higher risk of epilepsy than normal children.
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Exercising during pregnancy helps your baby get better
Children born will be healthier and less likely to be obese if pregnant mothers regularly exercise.
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Vitamin C and E do not reduce the risk of hypertension
Many women in early pregnancy have started taking vitamin C and E supplements in hopes of helping to prevent complications of hypertension during pregnancy.
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Gingivitis easily makes pregnant women premature
Pregnant women, if not treated with gum disease, are 3 times more likely to have a premature birth before 35 weeks, US scientists claim.
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Fiber reduces fertility in women
A recent study has shown that high-fiber foods can affect a woman's fertility.
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The fetus does not reduce the memory of the mother
A recent study has shown that the notion that developing a baby's brain reduces a woman's memory is just a myth.
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Can test the strength of sperm at home
Like home pregnancy testing devices, sperm test kits will soon be available in Europe, after being approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.