Contact: Debbie Jacobson djacobson@aap.org 847-434-7084 American Academy of Pediatrics Lower intelligence, hyperactivity seen in children whose mothers were exposed to the chemicals during pregnancy WASHINGTON, DC – Chemicals called polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) have been used for decades to reduce… Read More ›
American Pediatric Society
Researchers recommend pregnant women take 4,000 IU vitamin D a day
2010 study posted for filing Contact: Susan Martin ssmartin@aap.org 847-434-7877 American Academy of Pediatrics VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA – Taking vitamin D supplements during pregnancy is not only safe for mother and baby, but also can prevent preterm labor/births and infections,… Read More ›