October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

According to the CDC, stillbirth is the death of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Advances in medical technology have greatly reduced the rates of stillbirth however, it is still common. Early prenatal care, healthy lifestyle and diet, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol are ways to decrease the risk of having a stillbirth. Not only do these steps benefit the infant they can also improve maternal health. Take action today and visit the link to learn more! https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/stillbirth/facts.html