Scientists say the placenta can provide key signals for whether a woman will develop pregnancy complications beginning as early as the first trimester. Using mouse models, the St. John’s College, ...

Of whether placenta complications are genetic, OB/GYN Dr. Mary Jane Minkin tells PEOPLE, "The answer is we really don't know" PEOPLE, Music Writer and Reporter While placental abruption and placenta ...

If you had a C-section before, you might be curious about how it could impact your next pregnancy, especially regarding the placental position. Sometimes, a previous C-section can shift the placenta’s ...

Content warning: This interview includes discussion of miscarriage and pregnancy loss, and may be triggering for some listeners. The placenta is an incredible body part. It’s the only organ grown ...

June 8 (UPI) --Testing hormone levels in the placenta during the first trimester can help identify women who will develop potentially life-threatening disorders during pregnancy, according to a study ...

Everyone celebrates the baby – but forgets the organ that made it all possible. The placenta is a medical marvel that deserves a little more of the spotlight. The placenta is far more than just a ...

SAN ANTONIO — It's a condition that could lead to life-threatening complications for both mom and baby, and advocates focus on raising awareness for it each October. Placenta accreta is a pregnancy ...

In a small study, most women who contracted the virus still delivered healthy babies. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A small new ...