Baby-protecting folic acid is getting renewed attention: Not only does it fight spina bifida and some related abnormalities, new research shows it also may prevent premature birth and heart defects.

Most women whould keep active while pregnant, experts say.

Women who breastfeed their babies may be lowering their own risk of a heart attack, heart disease or stroke, research suggests.

Parents all know that children make it harder to do some of the most enjoyable adult things. Bluntly put, kids can get between you.

File this under the "no duh" category: Traditional parenting methods that focus on breastfeeding, disclipline and high expectations are most likely to produce well-adjusted and able children, a study has shown.

Could a simple blood test help predict a pregnant woman's risk for developing postpartum depression?

Research links soaring incidence of the mysterious neurological disorder to fetal and infant exposure to pesticides, viruses, household chemicals.

The common practice of scheduling a Caesarean section a little early to make childbirth more convenient sharply increases the risk that babies will be born with potentially serious complications, according to the first large-scale study to examine the dangers.

The truth is no one is infallible -- especially new parents. But if you know the top 10 most common parenting mistakes, maybe you can keep from making them yourself. So here they are, along with tips to help you avoid making them.

Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding do not have to avoid peanuts, even if there is a family history of allergy, food safety experts have said.