Tag: Prenatal Care
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COVID During Pregnancy Raises Autism and Speech Delay Risk in Children
New Findings Link COVID Infection in Pregnancy to Developmental Risks A recent United States study found that children born to mothers who had COVID-19 during pregnancy face a higher risk of developmental disorders, including autism and speech delays, by the age of three. The research adds to growing evidence about how maternal health during pregnancy…
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First Nomogram-Based Fetal Cardiac Measurements for 14–36 Weeks in North-Eastern Egypt: A Population-Based Study
Introduction: Filling a Gap in Fetal Cardiac Reference Ranges Understanding normal growth patterns of fetal cardiovascular structures is essential for early detection of subtle cardiac abnormalities. This study, conducted in the north-eastern Egyptian population (Qalyubiyya Governorate), provides gestational age–specific reference ranges and nomograms for a comprehensive set of fetal cardiac dimensions from 14+6 to 36+6…
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First Trial of Fetal Cardiac Nomograms in Northeastern Egypt: Establishing GA-Specific References (14–36 Weeks)
Overview Researchers conducted the first trial to develop normal reference ranges and nomograms for fetal cardiac measurements in the northeastern Egyptian population (Qalyubiyya Governorate). The study focused on pregnancies between 14+6 and 36+6 weeks of gestation, using two-dimensional echocardiography to assess 23 cardiac dimensions in 900 low-risk singleton pregnancies. The aim was to define growth…
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Fetal Cardiac Nomograms in Egyptian Pregnancies: A Northeastern Cairo Study
Introduction: Building a reference for fetal heart measurements Understanding normal fetal cardiac development is essential for early detection of subtle heart abnormalities. A recent cross‑sectional study in the north‑eastern Egyptian population (Qalyubiyya Governorate) fills a crucial gap by establishing gestational‑age (GA) specific reference ranges and nomograms for 23 fetal echocardiographic measurements in low‑risk singleton pregnancies.…
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Aoife Hearne: Practical foods to ease nausea and boost energy in early pregnancy
Dealing with nausea in early pregnancy Being eight weeks pregnant often comes with unexpected waves of nausea and fatigue. You are not alone—many women experience some degree of morning sickness, even though it can feel all-day and exhausting. The goal is to manage symptoms while keeping you and your growing baby well hydrated and nourished.…
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Impact of Maternal Health on Infant Heart Development
Understanding the Connection Maternal health plays a critical role in determining the heart health of infants. Dr. Payal Choudhary, a Senior Consultant at Rosewalk by Rainbow Hospital in Delhi, emphasizes that conditions such as gestational diabetes and hypertension during pregnancy can significantly affect a baby’s heart development. Ensuring maternal well-being is vital for promoting the…