By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD By seamlessly tracking brain growth from the womb into early life, researchers uncover when key brain regions surge and how subtle sex differences emerge before birth. Study: ...

The prenatal period is a critical window for brain development, yet few studies have examined the impact of air pollution ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and world. Our ...

Ann Diamond Weinstein, Ph.D. Finding healthy ways to reduce stress is an essential part of optimizing the health of mothers-to-be and the development of their babies from conception through the ...

Prenatal care is essential for ensuring the healthy development of a baby and lowering the risk of birth defects. Regular antenatal check-ups help doctors monitor fetal growth, identify potential ...