Premature babies are a fact of life, and most moms-to-be know there is always a possibility that their baby may be born premature.
However, in the last 20+ years, premature births have increased by 36%, and doctors don’t really know why.
In fact, in 40% of premature births, the cause is unknown.
When the cause of premature birth is known, it’s usually 1 of these 4 reasons:
- Infections — such as bladder, kidney, vaginal, sexually transmitted, and urinary tract infections.
- Uterus is overstretched — which can sometimes happen when there are multiple babies.
- Bleeding — which can happen with placental abruption and placenta previa.
- Stress — either the mom or the baby (or both) is under an unusual amount of stress.
My favorite things to write about are topics that have to do with pregnancy, weddings, saving money, living green, and life with dogs. When I’m not writing, I love to spend time with my husband, read, create 3D artwork and Native American beadwork.
