Autism, ADHD and other behavioral conditions were found to be more likely in children born to overweight mothers.

Surrogate moms have a higher risk of pregnancy complications than other pregnant women, a new study finds. About 8% of ...

A comprehensive new study shows that certain brain regions may shrink in size during pregnancy but improve in connectivity.

Neuroscientist Liz Chrastil got the unique chance to see how her brain changed while she was pregnant and share what she ...

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New research suggests that increased activity in the brain's amygdala during pregnancy may indicate a higher risk of postpartum depression.

What has remained something of a mystery is what the sweeping hormonal shifts brought on by pregnancy are doing to the brain. Researchers in Professor Emily Jacobs’ lab at UC Santa Barbara have shed ...

Fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6 are vital during pregnancy for both mother and fetus. Omega-3s contribute to brain development, reduce preterm birth risks, and support maternal mental health.

Researchers have created one of the first comprehensive maps of how the brain changes throughout pregnancy, substantially ...

Neuroscientist Liz Chrastil got the unique chance to see how her brain changed while she was pregnant and share what she ...

Neuroscientist Liz Chrastil got the unique chance to see how her brain changed while she was pregnant and share what she ...

A new study provides the first detailed map of brain changes during pregnancy, showing significant neuroplasticity in adults.