Babies : Science World Report

May 05, 2015 12:48 AM EDT

Babies Exposed To Air Pollution At Increased Risk Of Allergies

New findings published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives show that babies who are exposed to outdoor air pollution during their first year of life are more likely to develop allergies to certain things.

Apr 23, 2015 12:47 AM EDT

Babies Feel Pain The Same Way That Adults Do

New findings published in the journal eLife show how babies experience pain in the same way that adults do. In fact, scientists found that babies' brains actually "lit up" in the same way that adults do when they are exposed to the same painful stimulants.

Apr 09, 2015 04:15 PM EDT

Exercise During Pregnancy Is More Beneficial For Baby Boys

Pregnancy is an important time to keep up with an exercise routine. Yet did you know that exercise may be more beneficial for baby boys more than girls?

Apr 01, 2015 07:17 PM EDT

Female Embryos Are More Likely To Die Off During First Trimester

Previous research has suggested that male embryos are more likely to die off during pregnancy. Now, new findings published in the journal of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) have found new evidence that change the perspective on that.

Feb 02, 2015 12:03 PM EST

Babies Are Smart: Infants Can Make Sense Of Complex Social Situations

Babies are adorable, but don't let them fool you. These youngsters hold the ability to make sense of complex social situations, according to recent findings published in Psychological Science.

Sep 22, 2014 05:46 PM EDT

Babies Have Stronger Immune Systems Than Once Thought

Recent findings published in the journal Nature Medicine contradict previous studies suggesting that babies carry budding and potentially weak immune systems. Quite the contrary.

Mar 04, 2014 11:09 AM EST

Birth Rates for U.S. Babies Outside of Hospitals on the Rise

Giving birth outside the hospital could be making a comeback in the coming years. The United States has seen the highest percentage of home births in 37 years.