Maternal stress could leave epigenetic imprints on genes in the placenta associated with cortisol -- a necessary hormone for fetal development -- and this would affect the baby's development from very ...

Maternal stress could leave epigenetic imprints on genes in the placenta associated with cortisol — a necessary hormone for fetal development — and this would affect the baby's development from very ...

In many public institutions, existing labour policies fail to adequately address the special needs of parents of premature babies, creating additional stress and hardships. One of the major concerns ...

From the moment a baby is born, a powerful emotional bond forms the foundation of their relationship with their parents, which can have lifelong consequences for their future ...

In the 1950s, the American psychologist Harry Harlow provided a stark demonstration of the importance of a mother's touch. He famously - and ...

Study objective Stillbirth is burdensome in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), especially in sub-Saharan Africa ...

Gym teachers aren’t supposed to be who decides whether students learn sex ed, at least not in New Jersey. Sex education here ...

Prince William, who was honoured by King Charles III to receive a royal dignitary at Windsor Palace in his absence, has made ...

Wondering about bonding with a donor-conceived child? This article reassures you that love and care build the bond, plus tips ...

The Princess of Wales is “delighted” after her first NHS scientific trial, designed to support the emotional development of ...

In the years since she was first introduced to the study, she was diagnosed with an unspecified type of cancer and underwent ...