Childbirth Health Center

Exposure to BPA might lessen chances of successful pregnancy, research suggests

March of Dimes says 18 states plus Puerto Rico and District of Columbia get failing grades

It doubles the chances of having a heavy baby, study finds

And preterm birth is leading cause of infant mortality, study notes

Each 1.1-lb. decrease boosted risk for benign birthmark ninefold, study says

Too painful, not enough control, "I know people that have had natural births and they don't enjoy  their sex life as much."  All reasons more and more women are choosing c-sections. But are they safe?

Ultrasound may save the lives of prostate cancer patients.

A new study shows massive doses of a prescription form of vitamin D may help slow the growth of prostate cancer.

A new blood test for prostate cancer can rule out cancer in about 65 percent of cases where biopsies would normally be needed.

Researchers are examining alternative substances, like ethanol, that can be injected into the prostate to relieve symptoms.