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Preterm Birth
Aggressive Prenatal Care to Help Battle Preterm Births
Over 200,000 women go into preterm birth each year, oftentimes leading to health issues for both mother and baby. Factors like age, weight, ... Read More
Low Blood Sugar In Newborns Tied To Brain Problems Later
Low blood sugar affects about one in six newborns, and new research suggests it could lead to brain difficulties in childhood. Babies who ... Read More
How To Deal With 4 Common Pregnancy Complications
Being pregnant is a magical, glorious time for many women. You get to spend nearly a year bonding with yourself and your unborn child. ... Read More
Taking Blood Tests Now, Might Predict Preterm Birth Later
Did you know? On average, black women are about 60% more likely to have a premature baby compared to white women? Those numbers undoubtedly ... Read More
Some Tiny Preterm Babies Show Poorer Mental Health Later in Adulthood
There’s a trend amongst preterm births and black mothers, and stats show, there’s no slowing down. Black infants also have a greater chance ... Read More
The “Checklist,” That May Save Pregnant Black Women
As a maternal-fetal medicine specialist, the fact that the United States has the highest rate of pregnancy-related deaths compared to other ... Read More
Young Military Moms: Why Deployment May Up Your Risk For Preterm Births
Deployment can put stress on just about anyone enlisted, however for pregnant women, it comes with even bigger consequences. A new study ... Read More
7 Reasons Why Preterm Births Are Still on the Rise
Whether we want to face reality or not, our babies are being born prematurely more and more by the day. Can you count how many people you ... Read More
How Early Delivery Can Effect Your Preemie’s Eyes
Many risks and complications can be associated with early delivery. Often initial discussions between parents and the NICU doctor focus on ... Read More
Preterm Birth Risk May Increase With Insomnia & Sleep Apnea
Sleep disorders during pregnancy may increase the risk of preterm birth, a new study finds. The California research looked at 2,265 ... Read More
Delayed Cord Clamping: Can It Give Your Preemie A Jumpstart At Life?
When making the decision to get pregnant, all parents wish for a safe delivery with a happy, healthy baby at term. Unfortunately, this will ... Read More
