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Preterm Birth: What Is It and What Are the Risks?

Learn about preterm birth and what can cause it, the unexpected experience of premature labor, and premature babies.

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A newborn baby lies in an incubator while connected to various medical monitors. The baby is wearing a diaper, and an adult's hand is gently holding the baby's foot. The baby has monitoring pads and wires attached to its body, highlighting the critical care environment where NICU gifts can make a difference.

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Two medical professionals in blue scrubs are observing a newborn in an incubator. The baby, wearing a diaper and monitored by a tube, is surrounded by medical equipment. The setting clearly appears to be the NICU, emphasizing the high level of care provided for these infants. Ep 40
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