Stacy Fisher+FollowPregnant? Insurers Might Drop COVID Shot CoverageMajor health groups are sounding the alarm: insurance companies might stop covering COVID-19 shots for pregnant women. 30+ top medical orgs just sent a letter urging insurers to keep the shots covered, warning that pregnant people and their babies are at higher risk from COVID. With some states and the feds rolling back recommendations, doctors say the science is clear—these vaccines are safe and protect both mom and baby. Losing coverage could mean a $140 bill per shot. What do you think? #COVID19 #Pregnancy #Vaccines #Health #BodyHealth31Share
itaylor+FollowMom’s Weight & Kids’ Infection Risk? Whoa!Wild new study alert: kids born to moms who were severely obese during pregnancy are way more likely to end up in the hospital with serious infections—even into their teen years. We’re talking a 41% higher risk for babies under 1, and a 53% jump for kids aged 5-15! Most of these are respiratory or stomach bugs. Researchers say helping women reach a healthy weight before pregnancy could really help future kiddos stay healthier. Food for thought! #ParentingNews #HealthFacts #Pregnancy #Health81Share
Melinda Gutierrez+FollowHHS Might Drop COVID Vax Rec for Kids & MomsBig news: The HHS could soon stop recommending COVID-19 vaccines for kids, teens, and pregnant women as a routine thing. The CDC still says everyone 6 months+ should get the latest shot, but that might change soon. No word yet if the advice will be totally scrapped or just shifted to 'talk to your doctor.' Only about 14% of pregnant women and 13% of kids/teens got this season’s vax, so this could shake things up! #COVID19 #VaccineUpdate #HealthNews #Parenting #Pregnancy #Health00Share
Ryan Cunningham+FollowPregnancy Health Affects Kids’ BP?!Wild new study alert: If a mom has issues like obesity, gestational diabetes, or high blood pressure during pregnancy, her kid’s blood pressure could be higher—even years later. Just one of these pregnancy problems can mean a faster rise in BP from toddler to teen. The effect is even bigger for girls and Black kids. Researchers say early interventions could totally change the game for future generations. Who knew pregnancy health could echo for so long? #Parenting #HealthNews #Pregnancy #BloodPressure #FutureGenerations #Health00Share
Jason Weaver+FollowPregnant? COVID Vax Is Safe, Study SaysBig news for anyone worried about the COVID shot and pregnancy: a massive new study found zero link between the vaccine and miscarriage. Yup, none. Pregnant women actually face higher risks from catching COVID itself, but vaccination rates are still super low. Researchers are hoping this will finally put some fears to rest and get more moms-to-be protected. If you’re expecting or planning, this is the reassurance you’ve been waiting for! #COVID19Vaccine #Pregnancy #HealthNews #VaccineFacts #MomLife #Health383Share
Kathleen Lucas+FollowPregnancy Weight Stigma Is RealDid you know pregnant women face weight stigma from EVERY direction? This review found that healthcare providers, family, friends, society, and even the media all pile on the pressure about weight gain during pregnancy. The result? Shame, stress, and sometimes avoiding important medical care. It’s wild how much judgment is out there, and it’s not just about BMI—anyone who feels “overweight” can be affected. We seriously need more compassion and less unsolicited advice for moms-to-be! #Pregnancy #WeightStigma #BodyPositivity #MaternalHealth #MentalHealth #Health00Share
Dr. Ryan Newton+FollowPregnancy, Gut Bugs & Diabetes Risk?!Wild new research just dropped: higher levels of linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid from your diet) during pregnancy are linked to a lower risk of gestational diabetes. But here’s the twist—the effect depends on your gut microbiome! Specifically, if you have less of a bacteria called Bilophila, the protective effect is even stronger. So, your gut bugs might be making a big difference in how your body handles pregnancy and blood sugar. Nutrition science is getting seriously personal! #GutHealth #Pregnancy #GestationalDiabetes #NutritionScience #Microbiome #Health20Share
Benjamin Jackson+FollowPrenatal Stress Literally Rewires BabiesWild new research says stress during pregnancy can actually reprogram a baby’s stress response at the molecular level—and it hits girls and boys differently! Scientists found that moms’ stress messes with key brain and immune pathways in newborns, especially in girls. They even used machine learning to spot which babies were exposed, with 95% accuracy. Proof that supporting mental health during pregnancy isn’t just good vibes—it’s science-backed baby care! #Parenting #MentalHealth #Pregnancy #ScienceNews #Wellbeing #Health254Share
