Health & Baby Medical Reference

Find out why they hurt so much and when they're a sign you're in labor.

What does it take to get pregnant after you’ve stopped using birth control? Here’s what you can expect based on the method you’ve used.

If your GP or an allergy specialist has confirmed that your infant has a cows’ milk allergy, also known as cows' milk protein allergy, no doubt you will wish to ensure that your baby's diet is free of the protein in cows' milk that causes their symptoms.

Wondering about your chances for motherhood in your mid-30s and beyond? Here’s how your odds stack up.

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This extremely rare birth defect, where the heart develops outside of the body, is often fatal, but surgery enables some babies to live for years.

This rare kind of cyst is usually seen in babies and may cause some problems as they grow, but doctors can remove it with surgery.

An external cephalic version, or ECV, could get your breech baby headed in the right direction.

Vaginal seeding is touted as a way to boost your newborn’s immune system health. But research is murky on how safe it is and whether it works.

Hypotonia, or floppy infant syndrome, causes low muscle tone. Here’s what parents should know.

If your child has horseshoe kidney, also called renal fusion, you’ve probably got a lot of questions. Get the facts on causes, treatments, and what to expect.

Web MD explains what a cervical cerclage is and how it can help prevent premature births.

Preeclampsia and Eclampsia. Learn about diagnosis and treatment from the experts at WebMD.

When you’re pregnant, no amount of alcohol is safe for your baby. WebMD explains what you need to know about problems drinking during pregnancy can cause and how to avoid them.

When you’re pregnant, your doctor can check on your baby’s health with a fetal heart rate monitor. WebMD explains how and why doctors may take these readings at office checkups or while you’re in labor.

The level of alpha-fetoprotein in a pregnant woman can show if her baby may have birth defects. It's part of a triple or quad screen. Find out more about this test.

Find out what prenatal antibody tests check for and how the results can protect your unborn baby, especially if your blood type is negative.

Losing a pregnancy can be a very emotional experience. Learn what causes miscarriages, and how to recover.

You may be focused on your baby, but your body needs to heal after a C-section, too. Here’s what to expect after surgery, plus a few things you can do to heal faster.

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite. Find out how to recognize the symptoms and how to treat it.

How is congenital hydrocephalus diagnosed? What are the treatment options? Find out from the experts at WebMD.

Many women worry about the pain they’ll feel during childbirth. Learn about the different options you have to handle your labor pain.

Is banking your baby's cord blood a good idea? WebMD investigates the pros and cons.

Pregnant women have more childbirth choices than ever before. How do you decide who’s best to deliver your baby?

If your baby’s blood contains a protein called the Rh factor but your blood doesn’t, your baby (or a future baby) could have health problems. Learn what treatment may be needed to prevent problems.