Congenital syphilis Congenital syphilis is when a baby is born with syphilis, passed by the mother during pregnancy. Seek treatment if they're diagnosed after birth.
Health disparities and birth defects Health disparities have been observed among babies with birth defects from certain racial and ethnic groups.
Folic acid Folic acid is vitamin B9, which can help prevent neural tube defects in your baby. Learn which supplements and foods are good sources of folic acid.