It affects one out of every eight infants. It's the leading cause of newborn death in the United States. Each year, half a million American babies struggle with it. In a majority of cases, doctors cannot say why it happens. "It" is prematurity.
Our firstborn was a preemie; she spent four months in the hospital, then years in therapy. Today she's a healthy child, but many preemies aren't so fortunate.
If you're pregnant, be sure to check out the signs and symptoms of premature labor. If you know someone who's pregnant, please send them a link to this article. And be sure to visit The March of Dimes for information on how you can help prematurity.
November is Prematurity Awareness Month. Spread the word.
If you're pregnant, be sure to check out the signs and symptoms of premature labor. If you know someone who's pregnant, please send them a link to this article. And be sure to visit The March of Dimes for information on how you can help prematurity.
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