Understanding Preterm Birth An average pregnancy lasts around 40 weeks, and babies born sooner than this have an increased chance of complications. While there are numerous challenges that can arise from preterm birth, advancements in medicine and general understanding have led to better outcomes in recent years. Read on for insight from neonatologist Dr. Nicholas Sherrow of Regional Neonatal Specialists at Hamilton Medical Center. By Catherine Smith
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