In all pregnancies a date in which delivery should occur. A date that we know is not exact, since it can be advanced or delayed or even the so-called “premature birth” occurs, which we are now talking about to know how to identify the first symptom and somehow try to avoid having a premature baby.
Premature Babies: First Symptoms of Possible Preterm Birth
If the pregnancy is normal and there are no complications, it is unusual for a woman to have a premature baby, but we must always be very careful since there are some risk factors that could lead to premature birth.
Preterm birth risk factors
These are some of the things that can put a woman at risk of premature labor.
- Being overweight or underweight before you get pregnant.
- Neglect in prenatal care
- Consume alcohol, drugs, or smoking during pregnancy
- Health problems including high blood pressure, diabetes, infections, pre-eclampsia, or blood clotting disorders.
- Twin pregnancies or multiple
- If you have conceived with the help of IVF (in vitro fertilization)
- Getting pregnant too soon after delivery
- Birth defects in the baby
- Personal history or relatives of premature birth.
In addition to those risk factors, some signs are also given that would indicate to us that it is possible that a premature delivery is going to take place. Thus, you must be alert and look for those symptoms, Knowing them and acting quickly can make a big difference in your baby’s life.
See your doctor immediately if you have the following symptoms:
- Frequent contractions (every 10 minutes or more)
- Lumbar pain. Back pain can come and go or be persistent. If you do not feel comfortable changing positions, you should inform your doctor.
- Menstrual cramps in the lower abdomen, which can also feel like abdominal pain experienced during diarrhea.
- Increase in vaginal pressure the pelvic.
- Fluid leaking from the vagina
- Increased vaginal discharge or vaginal bleeding.
Some of the symptoms, like back pain, can be difficult to differentiate from the usual symptoms of pregnancy. But it is never wrong to be cautious. Therefore, if you notice any warning signs, you should get checked.
What if the baby is born early?
About 10% of babies are born prematurely. However, most of them continue to live healthy lives as they grow older.
Of course, the Premature babies tend to grow at a slower rate than full-term babies. Have an increased risk of health problems long-term such as autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, vision and hearing loss, and lung problems.
Lastly, babies born before seven months are at higher risk and may need special care at and after birth.
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