For obese women, exercise during pregnancy could mean a lower risk of gestational diabetes, a new study found.

There has been speculation as to whether induction of labor might play a role in the development of autism spectrum disorders, but a new study may ease that fear.

Children of moms who had good folate levels during pregnancy may have a lower risk for childhood obesity, a new study found.

Dropping some weight may improve chances of pregnancy in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who are overweight or obese, according to new research.

Obesity during pregnancy and gestational diabetes may be tied to overly large babies at six months' pregnancy, a new study found.

It's a well-known fact that smoking during pregnancy can harm the baby. Now, researchers may have a clearer picture as to why that is.

Women with endometriosis may face a raised risk of heart disease, a new study found.

Caffeine consumption in the weeks before pregnancy and during early pregnancy may be linked to miscarriage, a new study found.

Ask any mother — pregnancy isn’t all glowing skin and food cravings. It also includes its fair share of uncomfortable side effects and temporary health problems. And one of those health problems could indicate a larger issue.

Of all pregnancy-related complications, preeclampsia is probably the most difficult to detect. But there's some hopeful news on that front.