Health News
The Threat of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
 Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) may be relatively common, according to a new study. 
The Impact of the Rotavirus Vaccine
 The rotavirus vaccine helped keep hundreds of thousands of children out of the hospital, according to estimates from a new study. 
Pregnancy Weight Tied to Health Effects
 Gaining too much or too little weight during pregnancy may affect the baby's birth weight, risk for preterm birth and the likelihood of cesarean section (C-section) delivery, a new study found. 
DHA Supplements for Mom May Not Help Baby
 Taking DHA supplements while you're pregnant isn't likely to help your child's IQ later on, according to a new study. 
Not All Nursery Products Are Safe
 Nursery products like baby carriers may be responsible for an increasing number of injuries to young children, a new study found. 
Thyroid Screening in Pregnancy May Be Unnecessary
 Treating mildly low thyroid function during pregnancy might not be worth the trouble, according to a new study. 
Good News for Preterm Infants
 Very preterm infants may be more likely to survive now than they were in previous years, according to a new study. 
Pet Medications Can Put Kids at Risk
 Many parents know the importance of keeping their medicines out of the reach of children to prevent accidental exposure. But where are you storing your pets' medications? 
High-Tech Baby Monitors May Be a Bust
 They may make use of the latest consumer technologies, but wearable smartphone baby monitors may not provide many benefits, a new study found. 
Why Folic Acid Is Important for Women
 The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is doubling down on its recommendation that women who could become pregnant should take a folic acid supplement.