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Health Tip: Conditions That May Affect a Newborn’s Skin
Most should resolve themselves in a few weeks

Health Tip: After Your Child is Born
Spot warning signs of umbilical cord infection

Caffeine in Pregnancy Associated With Low Birth Weight Risk
Women need not be frightened but should limit consumption of stimulant, experts say

Successive Births, HRT Use Boost Joint Replacement Risks
Early puberty also a factor in increased chance of knee, hip surgeries, study finds

Health Tip: Having a Baby After Age 35
Take heed of these suggestions

Birth Size Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
Heavier, longer infants more likely to develop disease as adults, study finds

Health Tip: Develop a Birth Plan
Make decisions before baby is due

Health Tip: Healing After a C-Section
Activities that should be avoided

Preterm Births Linked to Infection of Amniotic Fluid
Women with highest degree of contagion most likely to deliver earlier, sicker infants, study finds

Low-Birth-Weight Babies at Risk for Salt Sensitivity
Condition can damage kidneys, brain and heart, study says