Induced labor is when medication is given to start labor. Talk to your provider about when to induce, the associated risks and your options for inducing.
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We use research, advocacy, and education to give every baby the best possible start.
Low birthweight is when a baby is born weighing less than 5 pounds, 8 ounces. Learn about the causes, risks and health-related effects of low birthweight.