Title: Why Are Babies Born Early? (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth
Headings: Why Are Babies Born Early?
Why Are Babies Born Early?
Why Are Some Babies Born Early?
How Can I Stay Healthy During Pregnancy?
Things You Can't Control During Pregnancy

Content: Prenatal care is the health care that  you get during pregnancy. All pregnant women should see a health care professional  as soon as they think they're pregnant, and should plan regular prenatal visits throughout  pregnancy. Get health problems treated. It's best to have any health problems  (like diabetes, depression, or  high blood pressure) under control before becoming pregnant. But if you don't, talk  to your doctor right away about a treatment plan. Eat a healthy diet. It's important to eat a variety of healthy foods before and during pregnancy. Take  a prenatal vitamin to be sure you're getting enough folic  acid, iron, and other important nutrients. Gain the right amount of weight. How much weight you should gain  depends on how much you weighed before you were pregnant.