Definition
Preterm labor is labor that begins before the 37th week of pregnancy. Learn what signs to look for in a preterm labor such as cramps or bleeding.
Topic Overview
Preterm Labor
Preterm labor is labor that begins before the 37th week of pregnancy. Learn what signs to look for in a preterm labor such as cramps or bleeding.
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- Early Labor, Premature Birth, Premature Labor, Preterm Birth
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