What are some of the causes of premature birth?

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The society of obstetrics and gynecology of Canada states the following as being the most common causes of premature birth:

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• Not having regular prenatal care

• The mother having high blood pressure

• A great deal of stress in the mother’s life

• Physical abuse from a partner or someone else

• Expecting multiples

• Having had a previous baby that was born too early

• A body weight of less than 45.5 kg (100 pounds)

• Living with a chronic illness

• Smoking

• Working long hours (more than 8 hours a day or shift work), or work that is physically strenuous

 

For more information, please visit:

https://www.pregnancyinfo.ca/

http://pregnancy.sogc.org/pregnancy-and-childbirth-resources/fact-sheets-and-brochures/

https://www.marchofdimes.org/complications/preterm-labor-and-premature-birth-are-you-at-risk.aspx

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