about prematurity


Before Pregnancy

Nine months of a healthy pregnancy is the best gift you can give your future baby. To learn more, ask your doctor or nurse these 9 questions.


If You're Pregnant

Preterm labor and delivery can happen to any pregnant woman, even if she does everything she can to have a healthy pregnancy.


Prevention & Treatment

Doctors have tried various strategies to help prevent premature delivery, including bedrest, intensive prenatal care for high-risk women, and drug therapy to stop contractions.
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