Preterm Labor

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A full nine months is important for baby and mom. Here's why.

... for preemies is improving, taking steps to prevent preterm labor and its complications for your baby is vital.... The causes of preterm labor aren't yet understood, but the latest research suggests that it may be triggered... on proper dental care during pregnancy. Contact your doctor if any of these signs of preterm labor occur...

...Even moms who've been through it before can't always tell when labor is starting. That's because... breaking, or is it just urine leaking because a seven-pound baby is resting on your full bladder? Labor... that labor is just around the corner, says Carol J. Grabowski, M.D., chief of staff of the women's division...

Are you very close to delivering your baby? Take our quiz and find out if you're showing the signs of approaching labor!

Relax! Here, doctors share the truth about your biggest pregnancy worries -- and why they're not as scary as you think.

The one time you're actually supposed to eat more -- and now it suddenly seems like every food is off limits. Here, the final word on which foods to skip and which ones are A-OK during pregnancy.

Pregnancy can be a time of lots of questions, especially when it comes to your and your baby's health. Knowing what's safe and what's not -- and when symptoms necessitate a call to your doctor is important. Here's a primer on when you should pick up the phone.

Nearly one in five pregnant women is ordered off her feet. But is bed rest the best way to head off pregnancy complications?

So you're thinking about trying to get pregnant? Congrats! Here's what to do now to get healthy, have fun, and feel prepared to start trying to conceive.

... can get your hands on about labor and birth. But classes and books tend to give you the big picture...-talked-about) scenarios. Who knew that vomiting during labor is normal? I certainly didn't -- until the birth of my... labor). To keep vomiting to a minimum, eat only light foods during the earliest stages of labor...

You don't want to be a nag, but you shouldn't ignore a problem either. These are the times when you need to call your doctor.

You know you're pregnant, but when exactly will your baby make his big entrance? Use our pregnancy due date calculator to find out.

Are you pregnant and wondering if you are having a girl or a boy? Take this gender prediction quiz that predicts the gender of your baby!

Reduce your risk of going into preterm labor.

Can an ancient Chinese calendar really predict the gender of your baby? Take our simple quiz and find out. The results could spill the beans about whether you're having a boy or girl.

From the time of conception until the time you give birth, your body is going to go through some major changes. Find out what to expect with our week-by-week look at your changing body.

Not sleeping? Is your back killing you? Can't stand those cankles? Here, easy solutions for the 13 most common side effects.

It's an aspect of our health that most of us take for granted: Have sex, get pregnant, right? In reality, even minor stressors can throw your body out of whack. If you're trying to conceive, these simple health moves can help protect your fertility.

How much weight should you gain while you're pregnant? Keep tabs on your pregnancy pounds with our pregnancy weight gain calculator.

Had it with being tired and carrying around extra weight? Consider these reasons to celebrate being pregnant.

How to keep mother and baby safe.

More and more women find themselves bound to bed rest during pregnancy. Stock up on these supplies if you find yourself among the nearly one million moms-to-be told to put your feet up. Some easy planning can help you feel more comfortable and keep you busy, too!

...Q: How long does labor last, and will I feel pain the whole time? A: Much of labor is spent... in "early labor". During this phase, it is best to be at home where you can walk, sleep, or snack. During... active labor, contractions become regular and painful, and the cervix dilates. Normal dilation during...

Grandparents, friends, and society flood parents with well-meaning advice, but how can Mom and Dad be sure they are receiving accurate information? With help from Dr. Andrew Adesman and his book "Baby Facts", we separate baby myths from reality.