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Toxoplasmosis Screening for All Pregnant Women and Newborns Recommended

Physicians found that signs, symptoms and identifiable risk factors are absent in more than half of the mothers of infants with congenital toxoplasmosis in a national study of children with this disease....

Modern Mom-To-Be: Sexy Maternity Dresses

Make a statement this season with sexy styles that flatter any blossoming figure. Here's a guide to our favorite finds: Isabella Oliver Ruffle Wrap Dress Isabella Oliver's rich purple (the new black!) wrap dress......

My Baby's Breech. What are the Chances of Him Turning?

If your baby is in a breech presentation at 32 weeks, will he or she stay that way? What can be done, and will a cesarean be performed? Obstetrical Nurse Wanda Steele offers some insight.

Nine Before-the-Baby Musts for Moms-to-Be

Once baby arrives, there will be a flurry of activity surrounding your newborn. Not only that, if you choose to stay at home with baby, "me time" will be reduced dramatically!

Organizing the All-Important Diaper Bag

Take the time to organize the perfect diaper bag and have everything you need at your fingertips for any outing with your baby.

Protect Yourself During Pregnancy from Harmful Environmental Agents

New Expectations: From Partner To Father

Have you ever wondered what an expectant dad usually hears from his male friends? "Buddy, once this baby is born, you can forget about sex for the next six months." If I were about to become a father, probably a little unsure about my new role, this advice would not be particularly comforting. Why do women persist in thinking that once the baby is born, they will just walk off into the sunset? And why don't childbirth educators discuss the importance of "expectations management" and good communications? Sylvia Brown, author of The Post-Pregnancy Handbook, explains.

Video: Do Breastfeeding Ads Cross the Line?

Ads advocating breastfeeding never made it to print, and spark controversy.

Eight Easy Steps for Planning a Safe and Healthy Pregnancy

When it comes to pregnancy, it seems everyone is an expert.