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The rate of premature birth has been increasing for 2 decades and researchers are now blaming part of the increase on unnecessary cesarean sections. The cesareans are accountable for almost all of the of the increase in “late preemies”, meaning birth during weeks 34-37, when the brain and lungs are not fully formed, but the odds of survival are high. Late preemies face increased breathing and feeding problems and are at an increased risk of SIDS. Take home message? Don’t let them cut you or induce you without a valid medical reason and if you decide to let them, wait until know you are at term. Learn more at MSNBC.com
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