All articles tagged with #premature birth
Anna Faris candidly discusses feeling mom guilt, Jack’s premature birth and medical hurdles, and how she and ex-husband Chris Pratt co-parent within a big, supportive blended family that includes Katherine Schwarzenegger and their kids.
A London cohort of 498 infants shows that first-trimester exposure to nitrogen dioxide and fine/ultrafine particulates is linked to slower language development at 18 months (language scores 5–7 points lower) and greater motor delays (about 11 points) in very preterm babies, underscoring environmental justice concerns and the need for pollution reduction.
Amy De Silva, a 39-year-old cancer nurse, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia while pregnant and underwent four rounds of chemotherapy starting in early 2025, facing sepsis complications and uncertain prospects for her unborn son. Despite doctors’ fears, her baby Chester was born six weeks early in June 2025 and thrived; Amy is now in remission and will have regular follow-ups for two years. Her twin brother is also raising funds for the hospital that treated her.
British musicians Issy Ferris and Archie Sylvester faced a $200,000 medical bill when their baby was born seven weeks early during a Nashville tour; Zurich Insurance initially refused to cover the costs since the baby wasn’t named on the policy, but after a nine-month legal battle the insurer apologized and reversed the decision. The episode highlights gaps in travel-insurance coverage for births abroad, and the couple now uses their story to raise awareness with the charity Tommy's while continuing to perform.
Luke Combs and his wife Nicole Hocking Combs welcomed their third child, a son named Chet Wiley Combs, who was born prematurely on his due date after Luke canceled a Madden Bowl show ahead of Super Bowl LX to be with his family. Nicole shared a photo of the newborn’s hand, and the couple had announced the pregnancy in September, joining their two older sons Tex Lawrence and Beau Lee.
A woman in Georgia who was declared brain dead and on life support since February gave birth prematurely to her baby via emergency C-section, with the baby now in neonatal intensive care; the case highlights legal and ethical debates surrounding abortion laws in the state.
Becca and Lavareis Bryant's quadruplets, born at just over 23 weeks, set a world record for the most premature quadruplets to survive, highlighting the advanced neonatal care at UAB Hospital and the family's resilience.
A Vancouver mother, Lauren Colborne, is frustrated with British Columbia's RSV immunization policy after her premature baby, Georgia, was denied access to a potentially lifesaving RSV vaccine. Despite being born at 25 weeks and having significant health risks, Georgia did not meet the province's eligibility criteria, which uses a point system to prioritize high-risk infants. Colborne is concerned about the lack of transparency and the potential consequences for her daughter, as RSV can be deadly for vulnerable infants. The province's program is aligned with national guidelines, but supply limitations affect vaccine availability.
Mikayla Vannoy's son Landon was born 3 1/2 months premature and spent 382 days in the hospital due to Pulmonary Hypertension and Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. After a tracheostomy and a year in the NICU, Landon was finally able to go home 18 days after his first birthday. Despite the challenges, his parents are grateful to the medical staff and remain hopeful for his future.
A baby gorilla named Jameela was born via rare emergency C-section at Fort Worth Zoo in Texas after her mother, Sekani, showed signs of pre-eclampsia. Human doctors and zookeepers worked together to save the lives of both mother and baby, with the baby gorilla requiring immediate intervention and round-the-clock care. Despite Sekani's struggles to bond with her newborn, zoo experts are hopeful that another female gorilla, Gracie, may become a surrogate mother. The birth has delighted animal lovers and highlighted the similarities between gorilla and human pregnancies and births.
Teen Mom 2 alumna Kailyn Lowry revealed the names of her newborn twins, Valley and Verse, who were born prematurely and spent weeks in the NICU. Lowry shared the emotional journey of their NICU stay, including the challenges her twins faced and the difficulty of not being able to be with both babies at the same time. The twins join Lowry's large family, which includes her other children from previous relationships.
The CDC reports a 12% increase in preterm births and a 20% rise in early-term births in the U.S. from 2014 to 2022, posing risks to babies. Dr. Céline Gounder explains that factors such as older maternal age, obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes contribute to the trend. Pregnant individuals are advised to seek medical attention for symptoms like headaches, changes in urination, and increased blood pressure, and to prioritize access to healthcare for a healthy pregnancy.
A new analysis from the National Center for Health Statistics reveals a 12% increase in the rate of premature births in the US from 2014 to 2022, with significant racial and age disparities among mothers. Black mothers and women over 40 are at higher risk. Experts warn that abortion bans could exacerbate the maternal and infant health crisis, with stress and economic factors likely contributing to the rise in preterm births. The report underscores the ongoing racial disparities and the potential risks of starting families later in life, while highlighting the need for further research and solutions to address this concerning trend.
Teen Mom star Kailyn Lowry revealed that her newborn twins spent weeks in the NICU after being born five weeks early. She shared the emotional and logistical challenges of balancing their NICU stay with her responsibilities at home, expressing gratitude for her children and looking to the future with optimism. Lowry, who is also a mom to six other kids, shared sweet moments with her children and reflected on her journey as a mother.
A woman in France was diagnosed with a rare ectopic pregnancy, where the fetus was growing in her abdomen instead of her uterus. Ectopic pregnancies are typically found in the fallopian tubes but can occur in the abdominal cavity. The woman underwent surgery to deliver the baby at 29 weeks, and both mother and baby were discharged from the hospital. Ectopic pregnancies are not viable and can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.