Prematurity Statistics

The Perinatal Data Center at the March of Dimes has a number of statistical resources regarding preterm birth, including information by state.

March of Dimes Medical Perspectives on Prematurity

These brief reviews highlight important issues related to preterm labor and birth. Topics include supplemental progesterone, periodontal disease, late preterm birth, and smoking.

Preterm Labor Assessment Toolkit

Preterm Labor Assessment Toolkit presents evidence-based guidance for the assessment and diagnosis of preterm labor. Created by the March of Dimes and Sutter Medical Center Sacramento.

Fact Sheet: Preterm Birth

Most pregnancies last around 40 weeks. Babies born before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy are called premature or preterm.

Fact Sheet: Stress and Prematurity

Pregnancy can often add new stresses to the lives of busy women. Pregnant women who experience high levels of stress may be at increased risk of premature delivery

Family Medicine IMPLICIT Network

The Family Medicine IMPLICIT Network uses evidence-based prenatal and preconception interventions related to prematurity and low birthweight to  improve patient outcomes.

Proceedings: PREBIC Workshop on Preterm Delivery

The proceedings of the second workshop sponsored by the Preterm Birth Collaborative (PREBIC) were published in the journal Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica.

Preconception

Promoting the health and wellness of women and couples before pregnancy improves birth outcomes. Through prevention and management, preconception care aims to identify and modify risks to a woman’s health or pregnancy.