Tiny toes and that cute, little nose - it’s amazing what the female body is capable of producing!  Every year there are about four million babies born in the United States.  Although most expectant moms will deal with some unpleasant symptom of pregnancy, like morning sickness or stretch marks, there’s no denying pregnancy is life’s greatest miracle!

Every day someone in the US and right here in Pennsylvania faces health news that turns their life upside down. But, it’s what they choose to do from there that ultimately has the power to change their life.

From the moment we're born humans crave love and affection.  When we're young we look for affection from parents.  As we age, that shifts and we look for the love of a mate.  What's the science behind love?  What affects does it have on the brain?  Do those in relationships experience better health than those who are not?  What impact can a divorce have on your health and how do we cope with the separation process?

Don't miss an in depth look at the role of love in our lives only on HealthSmart: The Science of Love - Tuesday December 20th at 8p  on witf-tv.

Menopause is a natural part of life for all women.  In fact, about 6,000 women reach menopause every day in the United States.  For some, the menopausal transition can be filled with undesirable symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats.  Others may not even realize they’re in the transition until they’ve already reached menopause.

On HealthSmart: Menopause travel inside the body to see what takes place during the change.  Learn about the symptoms and available treatments.  Plus, what health issues should post-menopausal women be thinking about?

Today millions of people in the US are living with, or have had cancer.  It’s estimated that half of all men and one-third of all women will develop cancer in their lifetime.  The disease has the potential to touch all of us.

On HealthSmart: Facing Cancer Together we’re not going to focus on how far we’ve come in cancer research or how close we may or may not be to a cure.  Instead, we’ll experience the disease along with the people who are facing it, living with it and surviving it.