Risk Factors
According to the March of Dimes, risk factors for preterm birth include:
[[br]]- having a previous preterm birth
[[br]]- being pregnant with twins/triplets/etc.
[[br]]- having uterine or cervical abnormalities
[[br]]- late or no prenatal care
[[br]]- use of alcohol, tobacco, or other illicit drugs
[[br]]- domestic violence
[[br]]- high stress
[[br]]- lack of social support
[[br]]- infections during pregnancy
[[br]]- high blood pressure
[[br]]- blood clotting disorders
[[br]]- birth defects
[[br]]- use of artificial reproductive technology
[[br]]- having an underweight or obese BMI prior to pregnancy
[[br]]- short interpregnancy intervalsRelated Risk Factors Indicators: