A new blood test that can predict preterm birth and estimate due dates may be on the horizon. Despite the fact that only 5% of babies are born on their "due date," it remains one of the first questions asked when expecting. While knowing the estimated delivery date of a baby can help a family...

Ultrasound technology became a standard of care for pregnancy by the late 1970s. It is now estimated that nearly 70% of pregnant women in the United States receive at least one ultrasound scan. In recent years, many have questioned whether or not this routine procedure is always helpful or may...