In India, premature birth is a concerning health issue. Find out all there is to know about it, including what causes it, how to handle its problems, and why it occurs.

What does an early baby mean? 

Babies often arrive at 40 weeks or so into pregnancy. A baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy is referred to as a preterm, premature, or "preemie" baby.

The primary cause of mortality for children under five is prematurity. With about 3.5 million premature births annually, India has the highest rate of premature births worldwide.

Why do preterm births occur?

Premature births can occur for a number of reasons. The following factors raise your risk: 

• Have you developed gestational diabetes or diabetes?

• experience any infections when you're pregnant?

• Smoking while expecting

• Alcohol use during pregnant

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