Most pregnancies last to term, which is at least 37 weeks. Full term is 39 – 40 weeks, but about 12% of babies in the U.S. are born preterm or prematurely.
Category: Labor and Delivery Care
Five Tips to Prepare for Breastfeeding
August is National Breast Feeding month, here are a few helpful tips that may make your decision on whether to breastfeed or use formula easier:
1. Attend a breastfeeding class
Taking a course on breastfeeding is important in order to know what to expect. In a class, you can learn about nursing positions for you and the baby. You can also find out how to tell if your baby is getting enough milk.