«High fevers and severe infections can lead to serious pregnancy complications and
even premature labor,» says Dr. Phillips.
Not exact matches
Almost all were either stillbirths that occurred before
labor even started, severely
premature, or had severe congenital abnormalities.
Even without the added risk of a multiple birth and
premature labor, pregnancy and childbirth are still inherently risky, and healthy women who reach their due date can still experience complications that couldn't have been anticipated, like problems with the placenta or umbilical cord during delivery, for example, or unexpected fetal distress.
Studies have shown that consumption of illegal drugs during pregnancy can result in miscarriage, low birth weight,
premature labor, placental abruption, fetal death, and
even maternal death.
Consumption of
even small amounts of garlic or raisins are associated with significantly lower risk of pregnant women going into
premature labor or having their water break too soon.