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A new study published in BJOG examines the reasons why some women have miscarriages during the first months of pregnancy. There is a one in five risk of an early miscarriage in the first three months of pregnancy. Previous research has shown factors which increase the chance of a spontaneous miscarriage include high levels of alcohol intake and smoking during pregnancy, as well as the consumption of certain foods such as blue-veined cheeses.

Boy, it's almost like Sarah Palin read my post yesterday. I wrote about her opportunity to be an extraordinary advocate for families of children with special needs, and during her...

Exercise can help expectant moms in mind as well as body. A new study suggests that women who stay active and are more positive about their changing shapes might protect themselves from depression both during and after pregnancy. "Our study supports the psychological benefits of exercise to improve body image and lessen depressive symptoms," said lead study author Danielle Symons Downs, Ph.D.