There are a lot of things one ought to avoid during #pregnancy, from alcohol to smoking. But Tylenol? The main ingredient, acetaminophen, has been linked with #autism and #ADHD in children whose mothers took the painkiller during pregnancy. But as is often the case with medical research, the finding may not be as dire as news reports indicate. https://medium.com/wise-well/does-taking-tylenol-in-pregnancy-really-cause-autism-and-adhd-51f626954fc1 ?sk=af71598e4937be6f9ba92cd6f4c40d00

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Does Taking Tylenol in Pregnancy Really Cause Autism and ADHD?

A new study is making headlines. Here’s the science — and why to not panic just yet.

Medium

There are a lot of things one ought to avoid during #pregnancy, from alcohol to smoking. But Tylenol? The main ingredient, acetaminophen, has been linked with #autism and #ADHD in children whose mothers took the painkiller during pregnancy. But as is often the case with medical research, the finding may not be as dire as news reports indicate.

https://medium.com/wise-well/does-taking-tylenol-in-pregnancy-really-cause-autism-and-adhd-51f626954fc1?sk=af71598e4937be6f9ba92cd6f4c40d00

Does Taking Tylenol in Pregnancy Really Cause Autism and ADHD?

A new study is making headlines. Here’s the science — and why to not panic just yet.

Medium
25 October Girl Names With Spooky Charm and Timeless Style

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"We are physicians; we are advocates; and we are witnessing firsthand the harm being done to patients, not just in theory, but in our exam rooms, hospital wards, and communities.

This is not a debate about politics. It is a matter of basic health and human dignity."

https://kevinmd.com/2025/09/reproductive-care-after-roe-why-silence-is-not-an-option.html

#healthcare #ReproHealth #ReproJustice #pregnancy #abortion #ethics #physicians #obstetrics #gynecology

Reproductive care after Roe: Why silence is not an option

The post-Dobbs reproductive health crisis demands urgent action as restrictive laws endanger patient care, particularly miscarriage and abortion services, requiring health care professionals to advocate with clarity, compassion, and evidence.

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Household use of pesticides, and particularly rodenticides, and particularly during pregnancy, is associated with an increased risk of death within the first five years for children diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Summary: https://scienceblog.com/fed-study-is-first-to-link-pesticides-and-death-in-kids/

Original paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6694/17/6/978

#Science #Leukemia #Pregnancy #Pesticides #Rodenticides

Fed Study Is First to Link Pesticides and Death in Kids

Children with leukemia whose mothers used common household pesticides during pregnancy face a 60% higher risk of death, according to new research that

ScienceBlog.com

"New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Monday that she will defend her state’s abortion protections in a lawsuit brought by the state of Texas. James’ involvement sets up the first interstate fight over abortion laws since the fall of Roe v. Wade, opening the door for the Supreme Court to weigh in on a key legal mechanism that has helped people in states with bans access abortion."

https://19thnews.org/2025/09/telehealth-abortion-pills-supreme-court-letitia-james/

#healthcare #ReproHealth #ReproJustice #pregnancy #abortion #telehealth

17 Birth Stories from the '60s and '70s Highlighting How Pregnancy and Childbirth Have Changed Over Time

Childbirth in the '60s and '70s was vastly different from today's experiences. In a series of 17 eye-opening stories shared by women and their children, it becomes clear just how much things have changed. From the absence of birth plans and medical options like induction, to shocking stories of medi... [More info]

These 30 Witchy Boy Names Are Dark, Mysterious, and Powerful

Discover 30 witchy boy names with dark charm, magical mischief, and rebel spirit—perfect for parents raising a little wizard in the making.

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We all know that typical pregnancies come with restrictions, but how do those restrictions compare to a surrogate pregnancy? Find out in our latest blog "Things You Should NOT Do When Acting As A Surrogate"!

Read now 👉 https://zurl.co/PROWT
#brightfuturesfamilies #surrogacy #surrogacyjourney #surrogate #pregnancy

25 October Boy Names Inspired by Fall Skies and Crisp Nights

This list of October boy names brings modern, spooky, rustic, and magical autumn vibes. Unique, rare, cute, and full of warmth.

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