Preterm Birth
Did you know that babies born at six and a half months (28 weeks) can survive in Nigeria?
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Babies are expected at about 40 completed weeks (expected date of delivery), however, the dates range from 38 to 42 completed weeks (term).
Sometimes a baby may come before completing 37 weeks of pregnancy. This is called preterm birth.
A baby born early may not have had enough time to develop and hence may need help once born.
In this video, the doctor talks about why a baby may come early, and what to do.
You will also learn that babies born early may need support for breathing, feeding, and temperature control.
They may also need treatment for jaundice (yellow eyes).
Yes, babies born early can survive and often do well, if they receive appropriate care.
Learn more in this video
