preterm labour

38-year-old who Lost 6 Babies to the Same Rare Condition Bravely Shares Her Story

Though Joany Catingco lost six babies to the same rare condition, she's still holding on to hope that she'll become a mum one day.

Premature Birth May Be Reduced By Treating Foetus As Patient: Study

Treating the foetus as "a patient" could help prevent premature labour.

Study Finds Family History Might Be Predictor Of Preterm Births

Researchers examined if predicting preterm birth may really be possible through a woman's past familial generations.

11 Things You Need To Know About Preterm Labour

Don't be caught unaware when the process of childbirth starts weeks earlier than expected.

11 Best Ways on How to Avoid Premature Labour Naturally

Tick this off your worry list.

8 Ways In Which Mums-to-be Can Minimise Risk Of Preterm Labour

Although she can’t wait to hold her baby in hers arms, no mum-to-be wants her baby to arrive earlier than planned. This article covers known causes of premature birth and offers tips on how to minimise the chances of it, a must read for all mums-to-be.

Why the Third Trimester of Pregnancy is Crucial

The third trimester sees the completion of a significant number of developmental milestones for the foetus. A preterm labour compromises this development. With the help of Dr Malathi Sitaram, Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician at Parkway East Medical Centre, we help mums-to-be learn more about babies’ development during this period in order to understand why preterm babies are different from full term babies. This article is part of the DreamBig, an education series by Abbott, which aims to spread awareness on prematurity and help turn small starts into big futures.