An analysis of five years of U.S. maternal mortality data reveals significant state-to-state differences in causes of death.

A randomized control trial found that postpartum women treated with nifedipine had a dramatically lower readmission rate than those on labetalol.

A retrospective study found that preconception use of GLP-1 medications was associated with reduced risks of several adverse pregnancy outcomes.

A study comparing sisters of women with and without pregnancy complications found that genetic and environmental factors may drive cardiovascular disease risk.

New techniques in managing maternal blood pressure are emerging.

Research shows the causes of maternal mortality differ widely from state to state.

One blood pressure medication outperformed another, potentially lowering postpartum readmission rates.

The Trump administration’s removal of CDC pages is disrupting detailed contraceptive guidelines.

A review of over 90,000 drug trials shows that pregnant women are almost entirely excluded.

An intimate essay describes the overwhelming stress of a high-risk pregnancy designation.

A new study suggests a blood test might help predict postpartum depression risk.

A study underscores that preventing preeclampsia is key to reducing serious postpartum complications.

A report highlights confusion over Tennessee’s recent Medicaid expansion for postpartum care.

Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid–the country’s massive health insurance programs for the elderly and lower-income adults and children.

 A study published in JAMA found cannabis use during pregnancy is associated with immediate risks, such as low birth weight and preterm birth.

Advances in neonatal care now make it possible to save extremely premature babies, some born as early as 22 weeks.

Researchers are trying to understand why some women might develop pre-eclampsia when they don’t have other markers for the condition.

It’s 2024 and we are just getting a comprehensive map of how the brain changes (in significant ways!) during pregnancy.