Risks and Prevention
By Cheryl Morrissette, About.com Guide
Risk Factors for Premature Birth
Although we don't know exactly what causes premature birth, doctors and scientists do know several risk factors that may contribute to premature birth. Knowing what risks they face can help moms to be work to lower their risks and to get the care they need to ensure the healthiest delivery for their babies.
- Multiples and Risk of Prematurity
- Risk of a Second Premature Birth
- Typical Gestation for Twin Pregnancies
Preventing and Treating Premature Labor
Reducing risk factors for prematurity will help many women to deliver healthy, full term babies. Many women, though, will still go into labor early. Learning the signs of premature labor can help moms to be to get to the right hospital as soon as possible, so that treatment for premature labor can begin right away.
- Signs and Symptoms of Premature Labor
- Preventing and Stopping Preterm Labor
- How Did You Know if You Were in Labor?
- Steroids for Lung Development in Premature Babies
- When is the Best Time to Schedule a C-Section?
- Preventing Premature Labor
Coping With Premature Birth
Having a premature baby can cause a sense of loss for many moms. Many moms mourn the loss of the end of their pregnancies, and are saddened by leaving their baby in the hospital while they go home. Babies who are born very sick or very early may only live for a very short time, leaving a grieving family behind.
