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maternal nutrition

Moms' eating habits may shape baby's genetic health

June 18, 2026

A recent study dug into how what pregnant women eat can mess with their baby’s DNA from the start. Researchers tracked 209 women in their third trimester in Northeast Brazil, checking their meals, weight, and lifestyle. They found most moms weren’t eating enough of key nutrients like magnesium or fo

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How a Big Plan to Help Moms and Babies is Working in India

March 16, 2025

In India, there's a big plan called Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). It's all about helping moms and babies. The goal is to make sure moms eat well and babies are healthy. This plan gives money to pregnant women and new moms. It's like a gift to help them take care of themselves and thei

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Breastfeeding and Baby Colic: Can Mom's Diet Make a Difference?

January 24, 2025

Ever wondered if changing what you eat can help soothe a fussy baby? Researchers dove into this question, focusing on breastfeeding moms dealing with colic. They wanted to see how moms' diets might affect their babies' upset tummies. Instead of just looking at one side of the story, the study took