Premature birth—defined as delivery before 37 weeks of pregnancy—is one of the leading causes of newborn complications worldwide. With rising maternal age, lifestyle-related health issues, and increased use of assisted reproduction, the risk of preterm birth is becoming more visible.
As we observe Prematurity Awareness, it becomes essential to educate families about early signs, preventable risk factors, and the value of timely intervention. To bring clarity and credible guidance, we spoke to specialists—an IVF doctor, fertility expert, homeopathic doctor, a certified dietician and a Garbh Sanskar coach—who together highlight how medical science and holistic care can work hand-in-hand to support healthier, full-term pregnancies.
Dr Reema Sircar, Zonal Clinical Director at Indira IVF North says,
IVF pregnancies do have a slightly higher risk of preterm birth, but the reasons are nuanced and mostly because of the age or medical factors that required IVF in the first place and not actually due to the IVF procedure itself.
People who need IVF often have:
- Advanced maternal age
- Endometriosis
- PCOS
- Uterine issues like adenomyosis, fibroids, poor endometrium etc
- Autoimmune or metabolic factors
She says but with good antenatal care and regular follow-up, outcomes can be excellent.
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Dr Neha Kakkar (B.H.M.S, P.G.D.P) Homoeopathic Consultant & Psychological Counsellor shares her insights that
- Spacing pregnancies is vital.
- Self medication, alcohol, cigarettes can make you plausible.
- Fruits, vegetables and exercise would make you sturdy and strong.
Purnima Sood who is the Founder at Fertility Mantras adds that:
- Regular checkup particularly your blood pressure if you have family history of hypertension or
diabetes. - Stress management is important.
- Take your advised medicines on time but avoid self medication.
- Always check with your doctor about any doubt and please don’t believe on social media
influencers.
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Dt. Swati Singh Clinical Dietitian, Diabetes Educator & Weight Management Expert, Founder of DietwithSwati suggests,
Diet plays an important role and not only during pregnancy but entering pregnancy with a well-nourished, healthy body supports early fetal development and lowers the risk of premature birth. A balanced diet rich in folate, iron, calcium, protein, and omega-3s helps prepare the body for a safe, full-term pregnancy. Nurturing women’s nutrition early leads to healthier beginnings for every baby.
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When a mother’s mind finds calm, her womb finds stability. Mindfulness, deep breathing, and emotional healing reduce stress hormones that may otherwise trigger early labour. A centered, peaceful mother creates a womb environment where the baby feels safe, held, and ready to grow at nature’s perfect pace.