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.
Birth defects can cause problems in overall health, how the body develops or how the body works. Babies with birth defects may need special medical care.
Genes and chromosomes can sometimes change, causing serious health conditions and birth defects for your baby. Learn about these changes and testing for them.