Most Americans know that it's important for someone to take care of their health before getting pregnant and during pregnancy to increase their chance of having a healthy baby. Many people know, for ...

Smoking during pregnancy can double the chance of sudden death for the child, according to a new study in the journal Pediatrics. According to CNN, the study analyzed more than 20 million births ...

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen have identified a genetic link to smoking in pregnancy. Results from the U.K.-wide study also showed that males experience more long-lasting effects when the ...

HealthDay News — Maternal tobacco smoking during pregnancy is a risk factor for increased childhood blood pressure (BP) and hypertension, according to a research letter published in Circulation.

New research from the University of Southampton shows father's health, habits, and life experiences can shape pregnancy and a child’s future.