fetal

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According to the team, these genetic regions support fetal brain development in ways that also increase brain and skull size.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

The next, she was being rushed into emergency surgery, her daughter’s heart rate dropping precipitously on the fetal monitor.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

"I get into bed in the fetal position and my shoulder is absolutely killing me."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Some previous studies have indicated risks of acetaminophen to fetal development, but others have found no link, the Journal has reported.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

It rocked him to the rhythm of an ancient, fetal heartbeat.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy