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November is Prematurity Awareness Month!
Preterm and Low Birthweight births are on the rise in New Jersey. Babies born too soon and too small struggle to survive those first few weeks and sometimes months of life. They are more likely to have developmental delays, chronic respiratory problems and vision or hearing impairment. The March of Dimes is dedicated to reducing the number of babies born early and/or too small; programs focus on education about the signs of preterm labor and research into the causes. Find out how you can help when you click on the Premature baby icon below. |
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Perinatal Statistics
Visit our Peristats website to view more information about prematurity
in New Jersey.
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November is Prematurity Awareness Month!
More than a half million babies are born prematurely each year. More newborns die from premature birth than any other cause. Sign the 2008 Petition for Preemies at marchofdimes.com/petititon Download Petiton Posters here.
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Preterm and Low Birthweight births are on the rise in New Jersey
In 1990, 10.7% of New Jersey births were preterm - births occurring before the 37th week of pregnancy . By 2001 the number had risen to 12%. That means nearly 12% of the 13,882 babies born in New Jersey in 2001 were born too soon.
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Additional Information Regarding Prematurity
Informational brochures about prematurity are available from the March of Dimes office near you, by calling 800-367-6630, or at our National Website.
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Donating is easy online, by phone or mail / fax.
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