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.
Now that your baby is born, learn the signs and symptoms of health problems, like infections, blood clots and postpartum depression, after giving birth.