Title
Study: Moderate Exercise During Pregnancy Promotes Newborn Brain Development
Subtitle
Twenty Minutes of Exercise Three Times Per Week Enhanced Newborn�s Brain Activity; But No Implication of Harm if Mom Inactive
Author
Autism Speaks
Summary
This online article summarizes a study that examined the effects of moderate exercise during pregnancy on a newborn's brain development. Results from this study indicate that the babies born to the physically active mothers had more-focused and mature patterns of brain activity. However, the brain activity of the babies in the inactive-mother group was still within normal levels.
Autism Speaks describes itself as an organization "dedicated to advancing research into causes and better treatments for autism spectrum disorders and related conditions both through direct funding and collaboration; increasing understanding and acceptance of autism spectrum disorders; and working toward solutions for the needs of individuals with autism and their families across the spectrum and lifespan through advocacy and support." [Website]
Language
English
Subjects
General
Publisher
Autism Speaks
DateModified
12/30/2022 7:37 PM EST