Preterm labor is labor occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy.  About one 1 of every 8 babies are born preterm or premature. Babies that are born premature are at a greater risk for health problems including a greater risk for   cerebral palsy  .

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Q: What is preterm labor?

A: Preterm labor is labor occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy.  About one 1 of every 8 babies are born preterm or premature. Babies that are born premature are at a greater risk for health problems including a greater risk for cerebral palsy.


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