What do you know about premature birth?!.. ***premature birth*** means the birth of a baby before the end of the pregnancy period (before 37 weeks). 1... before 28 weeks 2... between 28 and 32 weeks 3... between 32 and 37 weeks It should be noted that the birth of babies in a normal state should not happen before 39 full weeks. unless the **obstetrics and gynecology specialist** ordered premature delivery for various reasons... it should be noted that according to the statistics and research conducted every year, a large number of babies are born due to failure in delivery; They are born before the 37th week and this number is still increasing... ### Cause of premature birth ***Premature birth*** can occur for various reasons. In most cases ***preterm birth*** happens on its own or due to some genetic disorder... but in general there are a number of factors that increase the risk of preterm birth** including: - Multiple pregnancy - Genital tract infection - Chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure - Premature separation of the placenta - Cervical structural abnormalities ### Risk factors for premature birth - Mother's overweight or underweight - Maternal anemia during pregnancy - Taking drugs and alcohol by the mother during pregnancy - If the mother's age is less than 18 years or more than 35 years. The possibility of ***premature birth*** increases... ### Is it possible to prevent premature birth?.. To **prevent premature birth**; First of all, the mother should be under the supervision of a good and experienced gynecologist from the first month of pregnancy. It should be noted that a healthy pregnancy, under the supervision of a gynecologist; It significantly prevents ***premature birth***.. Care before and during pregnancy can lead to a positive experience of pregnancy in dear mothers.. Observance of urinary tract hygiene, adequate rest, having a proper diet and avoiding stress and anger; Among the important things that reduce the risk of premature birth... dear women who are planning to get pregnant can visit the office of Dr. Zahra Saifi, the best gynecologist in Tehran. Experience a comfortable and timely pregnancy and delivery...