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Bowel Issues Affect 3 Out of 4 Pregnant Women These problems don't significantly affect quality of life, study says WebMD News from HealthDay By Mary Elizabeth Dallas HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, May 24 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly three out of four pregnant women experience bowel problems such as constipation and diarrhea, but these issues don't significantly affect their quality of life, a new study finds.

Moderate Activity Beneficial, but Vigorous Exercise May Delay Conception March 15, 2012 -- If you're trying to get pregnant, adding a brisk walk to your daily routine may help -- but you may want to hold off training for that marathon.

A Little Alcohol While Pregnant May Be OK? New Studies Say a Little Is Likely Fine, but Guidelines and Some Experts Still Advise Total Abstinence June 22, 2012 -- A drink or two each week during pregnancy may not affect a child's general intelligence at age 5, according to a new series of Danish studies.

Fact or Fiction: Debunking the Top 7 Pregnancy Myths If you're pregnant, can you color your hair? Get a flu shot? Have sex? Here's what the experts say. When you're pregnant, you're likely to hear a lot of old wives' tales -- some of which can be amusing.

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Pregnancy After 40: Healthy Weight Improves Risk Age, Obesity Both Affect Risks, but Losing Weight Before Conceiving May Help, Experts Say May 9, 2012 -- Pregnancy after 40 does carry more risks, but being at a healthy weight before getting pregnant seems to modify those risks, new research suggests.

Does Drinking Caffeine Increase Your Risk of Miscarriage? As it turns out, moderate amounts of caffeine are just fine for you and your unborn baby. Q: I am pregnant and I can't imagine giving up coffee, but my mother says I risk miscarriage. Is that really true?