Obstetrics & gynaecology

ART live-birth rates can approach natural fecundity

(HealthDay) -- During assisted reproductive technology, increasing maternal age and number of cycles is linked to lower live-birth rates with the use of autologous oocytes, but not donor oocytes, according to a study published ...

Pediatrics

One-year survival up for critical congenital heart defects

(HealthDay)—For infants with critical congenital heart defects (CCHDs), one-year survival has improved over time, with an increased risk of mortality associated with earlier diagnosis, low birth weight, and maternal age, ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology

OB-GYN workforce shortages could worsen maternal health crisis

A patchwork of state laws in the aftermath of a Supreme Court decision overturning the right to an abortion, combined with pandemic-related burnout and low reimbursement rates, could exacerbate an already looming national ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Older mothers are better mothers

The average maternal age has increased steadily for the past many years - and that is actually not so bad. New research from Aarhus BSS shows that older mothers are less likely to punish and scold their children while raising ...

Diabetes

Gestational diabetes ups costs of maternity care by one-third

(HealthDay)—Women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are significantly more likely to receive an emergency cesarean section, have their infant admitted to a neonatal care unit, and incur significantly higher maternity ...

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