Pregnancy can feel uncertain, but taking a daily prenatal vitamin with folic acid, ideally before conception, is a simple step that has been proven to help protect the developing brain and spine. While it cannot prevent all birth defects, it provides meaningful support during one of the most critical stages of development.
For many hopeful parents, the idea of genetic testing is a new and unfamiliar experience. Genetic tests can sometimes identify changes that may increase the chance of a baby being born with certain health conditions.
The Fetal Health Foundation marks its 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of progress in fetal care, family support, and global awareness for fetal health conditions.
Fetal Health Foundation's Fetal Therapy Think Tank has authored a new white paper establishing environmental and spatial guidelines for the design of fetal care centers. “Recommendations for Facility Design Guidelines – Fetal Care Center” is available through FGI, the...
Mozarc Medical, a leader in pediatric dialysis innovation, has partnered with Fetal Health Foundation. FHF supports Mozarc’s advanced renal technologies and is proud to help expand awareness of their impact in fetal and pediatric care.
At the NICU, these providers are medically supporting the babies, but they are also seeing the emotional strain on families. They don’t have the capacity or skillset to really support them in the way that they always need- that’s where this program comes in.
Farrah’s mediastinal teratoma fetal care story is about timing—how the right care, in the right place, at the right moment changed everything for her and her family at Children’s Mercy.
Families facing a fetal health diagnosis often find themselves navigating unfamiliar medical terms, urgent decisions, and intense emotional stress, all at once. The Fetal Health Foundation strives to make that journey more informed, connected, and supported. Guided by...
The 2025 Impact Report tells the story of what’s possible when families, providers, and supporters move forward together—advancing fetal care through connection, collaboration, and shared purpose.
When Addie and Ryan received a prenatal diagnosis of omphalocele, they were referred to CHOP for specialized fetal and neonatal care. From a highly coordinated birth to weeks in the NICU, their journey reflects the complexity of this rare birth defect.
Stanford Children’s Health offers expert, coordinated care for complex fetal and pregnancy conditions. Discover how multidisciplinary teams support families from diagnosis through delivery and beyond.
January is Birth Defects Awareness and Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, support families navigating unexpected fetal health challenges, and highlight the importance of early care, prevention, and compassionate resources. Learn how knowledge and community can make a difference for families.