Leg and ankle swelling is one of the most common discomforts experienced during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters. While swelling, also called edema, is usually a normal ...

Week 1 often brings emotional ups and downs. Mood swings, anxiety, tears, or irritability can seem like PMS or early pregnancy. This article explains why these feelings happen, how to tell them apart, ...

New study examines how pregnancy can alter a woman's brain as well as her body. — -- Pregnancy may result in long-lasting changes in a woman's brain, according to a study of a small group of ...

Pregnancy can bring unexpected skin changes, from itching to acne – here's what to expect and when to seek help. Pregnancy ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Research suggests the impact of pregnancy on melanoma risk remains unclear. Any observed changes in melanocytic ...

New research has discovered an unexpected way pregnancy alters the brain—by changing a mother's temperature preferences. A study from the Baylor College of Medicine found that postpartum women prefer ...

Among the most upsetting phrases to hear during pregnancy, “Just wait” reigned supreme as my least favorite. “You think you’re tired now? Just wait,” they said. “You don’t have time to tackle your ...

Understanding how pregnancy may yield ocular changes will help ophthalmologists put together an effective treatment plan, ...