Sleep Apnea Could Raise Obstetric Risks (HealthDay)Sleep apnea greatly increases the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure during pregnancy, according to a U.S. study that looked at nationwide data on millions of pregnancies in 2003.

Eating Apples, Fish During Pregnancy Protects Kids From Allergies, Asthma (HealthDay)Filling up on apples and fish during pregnancy might protect your child from developing asthma and allergic diseases, a new study shows.

Drinking While Pregnant Boosts Preemie Birth Risk (HealthDay)Drinking alcohol during pregnancy increases the risk of having an extremely premature baby (less than 32 weeks of gestation), especially among women aged 30 and older, U.S. researchers warn.

Aspirin May Cut Pregnancy Complication Risk (HealthDay)Women at high risk for the pregnancy complication preeclampsia can lower their odds by 10 percent by taking daily aspirin, a new study suggests.

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