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Every day 1 in 8 babies born in the U.S. arrives too soon. Premature birth can happen to any pregnant woman, and no one knows why. It is a serious, common and costly problem. The March of Dimes is leading the campaign to reduce premature birth by  supporting research and by educating the public and health care providers.

DID YOU KNOW...
Each preterm birth costs employers over $40,000.
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About the Campaign If You're Pregnant NICU Families Professionals & Researchers How You Can Help
 
 
 
Tyler Jameson
A Complicated Start

Delivered by emergency cesarean at 26 weeks, Tyler spent 98 days in the NICU fighting for life.


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It can happen to any pregnant woman. Learn the signs of preterm labor and what to do.
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