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Jennifer Choate's pregnancy turned into an unimaginable fight to survive after a rare complication stopped her heart.
Kylie McDevitt will be 38 weeks pregnant when the big game gets underway.
On Tuesday, President Biden signed the first bill in the "Momnibus" package in to act, putting $15 million dollars behind maternity care for women veterans.
Researchers have found a link between marijuana use by expectant mothers and autism and childhood psychosis. Now, a small study has shown how cannabis use can affect the placenta and may be linked to higher levels of anxiety, aggression and hyperactivity in children.
According to CDC data, more than 125,000 pregnant people have had confirmed cases of COVID-19 through Sept. 27, resulting in 22,000 hospitalizations and 161 deaths. Twenty-two of those deaths occurred in the month of August, the agency said.
Black women in the United States are more likely to die in pregnancy or childbirth than any other demographic — and the COVID-19 pandemic may be exacerbating one of the starkest disparities in American health care.
For many women, freezing their eggs and deciding to go through fertility treatments is an insurance policy and many more decided to do it during the pandemic.
The stress a woman feels during pregnancy can affect the developing brain of her unborn child as documented on fetal brain scans, according to a new study published Monday in the medical journal JAMA Open Network
A mother's depression and anxiety from conception through the first year of the baby's life is associated with negative developmental outcomes through adolescence, study finds.
There is no safe level of caffeine for a developing fetus, so women who are pregnant or considering pregnancy should abstain from coffee and other caffeine-containing products entirely, according to the author of a new review of literature. But experts not involved in the review question those conclusions.
High blood pressure or hypertension during pregnancy appears to be associated with having "more bothersome" menopausal symptoms -- such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances and psychological symptoms -- later in life, according to a new study.
"Being pregnant can put a lot of stress on the body, especially the heart," said Dr. Laxmi Mehta, a cardiologist at The Ohio State University who led the team that wrote the statement.
Experts say women shouldn't turn to fertility apps during the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid unintended pregnancies simply because people may be unable or too wary to visit their doctor face to face.
Newborn babies could be separated from their mothers after birth to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, under new CDC guidelines. A doctor from Johns Hopkins said skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding could result in an exposure.
New mom Daniella Krieger had her baby at Sinai Hospital on Tuesday night, and for pregnant women who are worried about having their baby at a hospital right now, both Daniella and her doctor say, don't be.
The bill would also decrease the time any woman must try and fail to conceive by other methods before insurance must pay — reducing the requirement from two years to one.
The number of women dying each year due to pregnancy or childbirth in the United States has remained steady and some women remain more at risk of death than others, according to a new government report.
Maryland's Health Department has received $3.6 million in federal funding to address opioid use among pregnant and new mothers.
A baby girl made her entrance into this world one week after her due date amid the sound of blaring tornado sirens and the soft glow of candlelight.
Alcohol consumption during pregnancy has long been linked to congenital defects and developmental problems in newborns. Now a new study has found a link between a baby's congenital heart defects and their prospective parents' drinking before conception.
New evidence has been found that air pollution can breach a mother's placenta and potentially reach fetuses in the womb, raising the possibility of future health problems.
Authorities in Maryland say an Annapolis hospital staffer stole $30,000 from pregnant women in a birthing center scheme.
Pregnancy-related deaths can happen up to a year after birth and are preventable in the majority of cases, according to a new report.
When it comes to diets, there are many varieties from which to choose: weight loss, plans to lower cholesterol and manage diabetes, and foods to fuel endurance athletes. Now, there's a diet that claims it can boost a woman's chances of having a baby.
Not only is it safe to get a vaccine during pregnancy, it's necessary, added lead investigator James Donahue, a senior epidemiologist at Marshfield. CDC guidelines stress the importance of a flu vaccination during pregnancy.
Heat and humidity will give way to scattered evening storms. Sunday is the pick of weekend after Saturday showers.
A CSX train crashed into a car on the tracks near a private crossing in Rosedale, where previous crashes have been reported.
Johns Hopkins University laid off 110 workers as the Baltimore institution continues to deal with federal funding losses, officials said.
Jurors saw pictures of blood-stained walls and the gun prosecutors allege a Maryland father used to kill his young son and shoot his infant daughter.
Mangione is facing both state and federal charges for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder in December 2024. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases.
One of the most unique ships featured in Sail250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore can be found docked at the Baltimore Peninsula.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas has details on Friday's welcome ceremony.
Heat and humidity will give way to scattered evening storms. Sunday is the pick of weekend after Saturday showers.
Jurors saw pictures of blood-stained walls and the gun prosecutors allege a Maryland father used to kill his young son and shoot his infant daughter.
Johns Hopkins University laid off 110 workers as the Baltimore institution continues to deal with federal funding losses, officials said.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Katy Nastro, Going.com, shares why higher prices haven't dampened the urge to travel, but they’ve made Americans a lot more selective.
Katy Nastro, Going.com, shares why higher prices haven't dampened the urge to travel, but they’ve made Americans a lot more selective.
WJZ is live downtown on the water for the Sail250 Maryland & Air Show Baltimore getting an up close view of the arriving ships and details on the air shows happening this weekend.
WJZ is live downtown on the water for the Sail250 Maryland & Air Show Baltimore getting an up close view of the arriving ships and details on the air shows happening this weekend.
Orioles chief marketing officer Mark Fine joins WJZ-TV in studio to talk about upcoming events and giveaways including Pride Night, featuring free transportation from DC and a jersey for the first 15,000 fans.
The Los Angeles Angels rallied back to defeat the Baltimore Orioles 7-6 on Wednesday.
The Orioles fell to 4-4 on a nine-game, three-city trip that ends against the Angels on Wednesday afternoon.
The Baltimore Orioles extended their winning streak to three games Monday night with a 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Colton Cowser tied his career-high with four RBIs, Pete Alonso added a three-run homer, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-1 on Sunday.
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson shortly before the end of the Padres' 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Saturday.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Heat and humidity will give way to scattered evening storms. Sunday is the pick of weekend after Saturday showers.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast
The chance of scattered wet weather in Maryland peaks on Friday evening and night, remaining elevated through Saturday morning.
Rain and storms will return to Maryland on Friday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett has your latest weather forecast.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas has details on Friday's welcome ceremony.
WJZ-TV's Stephanie Douglas has details on Friday's welcome ceremony.
The Baltimore Orioles and Nike released a new city connect-themed Air Max 1 with an exclusive drop of 350 pairs.
The chance of scattered wet weather in Maryland peaks on Friday evening and night, remaining elevated through Saturday morning.