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Newborn brain exercise boost

Taking regular exercise when pregnant boosts a newborn baby's brain development, new research by Canadian scientists has revealed.

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Exercising whilst pregnant 'boost's baby's brain'

Taking regular exercise whilst pregnant boosts a newborn baby's brain development, new research has shown.

A baby "wired up" for the study by researchers at the University of Montreal. Credit: Universite de Montreal/PA Wire

Scientists from the University of Montreal in Canada found that just 20 minutes of moderate exercise three times a week whilst pregnant was enough to stimulate brain function in newborn babies.

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