A baby born prematurely is one who is born too soon. The baby is delivered prior to the 37th week of pregnancy. A normal pregnancy lasts approximately 40 weeks. There are four types of preterm births that a newborn can experience: Late Preterm, which occurs between 34 and 36 full weeks of pregnancy; Moderately Preterm, which occurs between 32 and 34 weeks of pregnancy; Very Preterm, which occurs between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy; and Extremely Preterm, which occurs before 28 weeks.

          Anemia is the disease of insufficient red blood cells. Pregnancy-related anemia can manifest as iron-deficiency anemia, folate deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, or anemia of pregnancy. Your baby's failure to reach a healthy weight could be caused by anemia. Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia in pregnancy. Folate-deficiency anemia. The vitamin folate, a form of B vitamin, is naturally occurring in some foods, such as green leafy vegetables. The body need folate to create new cells, including healthy red blood cells. During pregnancy, women require more folate.

          When your blood vessel pressure is very high (140/90 mmHg or above), you have hypertension, or high blood pressure. Although common if left untreated, it can become dangerous. Reduced blood flow to the placenta is one of the hazards associated with high blood pressure during pregnancy. The fetus may obtain less oxygen and nutrients if the placenta doesn't get enough blood. This may result in low birth weight, early delivery, or sluggish growth (intrauterine growth restriction).

          Postpartum depression (commonly known as PPD) is a medical disorder that many women experience after giving birth. Strong feelings of melancholy, anxiety (concern), and exhaustion persist for a long period after giving delivery. These emotions can make it difficult for you to care for yourself and your infant. PPD can occur at any moment following childbirth. It usually begins between 1 to 3 weeks of having a baby. It requires treatment to recover. prenatal depression (PPD) is a type of prenatal depression. And NO, it is not the same as having baby blues.