Childbirth depends not just on hormones, but on the uterus’s ability to sense physical force. Scientists found that pressure ...

PIEZO1 transcripts in human uterine muscle at term. Green indicates smooth muscle fibers in the uterus, red marks PIEZO1 mRNA, and blue shows cell nuclei. LA JOLLA, CA—When labor begins, the uterus ...

Here's all the information you need to know about month 8 of pregnancy, including symptoms, development milestones and tips for dealing with Braxton Hicks and more.