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Hairspray May Cause Birth Defects in Baby Boys

What you can do: Avoid hairspray while pregnant. Choose nontoxic, fragrance-free personal care products.

U.S. Gets Low Marks for High Preemie Birth Rate

What you can do: Avoid foods containing pesticides. Write to your federal officials, asking them to boost funding for premature birth research.

Stressed Moms Could Produce Diabetes-Prone Kids

What you can do: Make stress relief part of your everyday schedule.

Stay Fit while Pregnant; Keep Pounds Off for Decades

What you can do: Stay active while pregnant; plan sensible workouts.

FDA May Drop Fish Mercury Warnings

What you can do: Opt for algae supplements or eat safer species of fish.

Stuff in Nonstick Pans and Raincoats Linked to Infertility

What you can do: If you’re trying to get pregnant, get rid of chemical nonstick pans, microwave popcorn bags, and clothes and bedding with fabric finishes.

End Nausea, Morning Sickness with a Kitchen Cure

What you can do: Take the correct amount of ginger 4 times daily for pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting.

Roadway Pollution Stunts Growth of Unborn Infants

What you can do: Get proper prenatal care, and practice air pollution avoidance tactics.

About to Give Birth? Get Out of Bed.

What you can do: Have a friend or midwife on hand who can advocate for less-traditional child-birthing methods.

Moms Who Breastfeed Gain Healthier Hearts

What you can do: Find a hospital that supports breastfeeding infants, and keep formula out of your kitchen cabinets.