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Pregnant woman having a premature labor | American Pregnancy Association
Labor and Birth

Premature Labor

Pregnancy is normally a time of happiness and anticipation, but it can also be a time of uncertainty. Many women have concerns about what is happening with

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Premature Birth Complications

Risks for Premature Newborns Babies born before the 37th week of gestation are considered premature.  Premature newborns are sometimes referred to as “preemies”.  Mothers who

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Labor and Birth

Premature Baby Care

What is a Preemie? Babies born before the 37th week of gestation are considered premature and are sometimes referred to as “preemies”. Mothers are often

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Labor and Birth

Creating Your Birth Plan

The “perfect” birth plan is: a happy, healthy mom and a happy healthy baby.  But when thinking through how you want your child’s birth to

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Birth Centers

Today, women have more options than ever to find and select a suitable birth center. Options include increasing numbers of hospitals, obstetricians, and midwives that