Preterm birth increases in winter

Posted by Brenda Lane Feb 1, 2007

A systematic review of several studies was conducted in the UK looking at over 480,000 births over a 12 year period.

Even though one US study did not show any correlation between season and preterm births, the London findings showed that three studies from developed countries and three from developing countries indicated a seasonal relationship with preterm birth.

Babies born in the winter months were more than 10% likely to be preterm, compared to those in the spring.

This is useful information, however we are still a long way from being able to prevent preterm birth! Hopefully there will continue to be more research done on preterm birth.

Warmly,

Brenda