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| DNA test that identifies Down syndrome in pregnancy can also detect trisomy 18 and trisomy 13 | A recent study shows that a new DNA test that identifies Down syndrome in pregnancy can also detect trisomies 18 and 13. | February 2, 2012 |
| Douglas: Facebook’s attack on breastfeeding hurts women | There’s a reason Vancouver breastfeeding activist and mother of three Emma Kwasnica has chosen to go head-to-head with Facebook over its policy regarding images of breastfeeding mothers. | February 1, 2012 |
| Baby sign language opens up a world of communication | Baby sign language helps infants and toddlers communicate their needs and acquire verbal skills sooner. Here are some tips from Sara Bingham, who founded Wee Hands 10 years ago. | January 31, 2012 |
| Risks of pregnancy via egg donation similar for women over age 50 as for younger women | Although women over age 50 who become pregnant via egg donation are at an elevated risk for developing obstetrical complications, their complication rates are similar to those of younger recipients, according to a new study. This is contrary to epidemiological data suggesting that these women are at greater risk of certain complications of pregnancy, including hypertension, gestational diabetes, premature birth, and placenta abnormalities. | January 31, 2012 |
| Overweight mothers who smoke while pregnant can damage baby's heart, study finds | Mothers-to-be who are both overweight and smoke during their pregnancy risk damaging their baby's developing heart, according to new research. | January 30, 2012 |
| Markham Stouffville Hospital cuts number of Caesarean births to 25 per cent | Maternal care unit in Markham Stouffville shows small changes can lead to savings | January 29, 2012 |
| Baby name: Decision coloured by baby’s hair | Cornwall couple had names for a blonde, brunette and redhead – and even if their baby was born bald. | January 26, 2012 |
| Deb Matthews backs down on reducing C-sections to save money | Health Minister Deb Matthews now says there are no plans to limit OHIP coverage of procedures such as planned caesarean sections. | January 26, 2012 |
| Antiretroviral drugs guard against HIV but may lead to birth defects | HIV-positive mothers have been able to guard against transmitting the disease to their babies by taking antiretroviral drugs during pregnancy. Although the drugs prevent children from being born with HIV, they could cause birth defects, such as cleft lip and palate. A new study explores any links between antiretroviral prophylaxis and cleft lip and palate. | January 26, 2012 |
| Cuts to OHIP services could include some planned C-section births | Taxpayers will soon have to pay for, or do without, some health services now covered by OHIP. | January 25, 2012 |