Pregnancy Care

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An estimated 15 million babies are born too early every year. That is more than 1 in 10 babies. Approximately 1 million children die each year due to complications of preterm birth. Many survivors face a lifetime of disability, including learning disabilities and visual and hearing problems. Globally, prematurity is the leading cause of death in children under the age of 5 years. And in almost all countries with reliable data, preterm birth rates are increasing. This article provides WHO recommendations on interventions to improve preterm birth outcomes.

Many parents-to-be are concerned about the cost of delivery and want a reliable and comfortable place to deliver their bundle of joy. In addition, it is important for parents-to-be to plan the delivery in advance to provide reassurance and security for the expectant mother, and also to plan their finances for this huge sum of expenses. Hence, this article provides the prices of delivery at different hospitals in Singapore and some of the benefits and facilities offered at each hospital.

Having a baby after 35 years old is believed to pose a higher risk to both the mother and the baby. However, with proper prenatal care, diagnosis of possible conditions and treatment, the risks for the pregnant woman and the baby will be reduced. In this article, we provide ways for pregnant women after the age of 35 to ensure that their baby is safe and healthy.