If you are overweight or obese, losing weight can boost fertility and increase the chances of getting pregnant. Weight is closely linked to underlying fertility issues in both men and women.

Clinicians need to address maternal health at all stages, with some seeing a possible new role for GLP-1 drugs.

These results challenge current dietary advice for pregnant women with overweight or diabetes, who are often encouraged to substitute sugar with artificial sweeteners. While the absolute risk ...

FRIDAY, April 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Complications during pregnancy can mean a woman’s future heart health is at risk, particularly if she is overweight or obese, a new study says.

Complications during pregnancy (or adverse pregnancy outcomes), like gestational diabetes and newly developed high blood pressure, act as nature’s stress test and may uncover an individual’s risk for ...