Are all birth defects something about which we can do nothing? Or can many birth defects actually be prevented?

According to the CDC and Prevention, "maternal prenatal alcohol use is one of the leading preventable causes of birth defects and devel...

Medical checkups and screening tests help keep you and your baby healthy during pregnancy.

Pregnancies with a greater chance of complications are called "high-risk."

Malaria in pregnancy carries significant morbidity and mortality for both the mother and the fetus.

To get regular checkups and important vaccines, your baby will need health insurance.

If you have a baby boy, you likely will be asked whether you want him to be circumcised.

Most foods are safe for pregnant women and their babies. But you will need to use caution or avoid eating certain foods.

When you are pregnant, your body needs even more water to stay hydrated and support the life inside you.

Once you have the baby, your body should be able to use its insulin more effectively.