Contractions and dilation (opening) of the cervix before 37 weeks of pregnancy are considered ... Although there have been many advances in caring for premature babies, there has been no ...

A preterm birth happens before the 37th week of pregnancy, with babies usually needing help ... recommends that children born before 37 weeks should have developmental checks at age two.

PARENTS of premature or poorly babies will get extended job leave under new laws – but experts have warned the support must go even further. Caroline Lee-Davey, chief executive of charity Bliss, ...

A comprehensive study by UAA researchers of childbirths over two decades shows geographic disparities and numerous risk ...

There was an outpouring of support from the public after the death of Sarah and Gordon Brown's daughter Jennifer.

Mothers in Alaska’s northern and western regions are more likely than other Alaska mothers to give birth to preterm and ...