Over-the-counter medicine, supplements and herbal products during pregnancy If you're pregnant, talk to your provider before taking any medicine, supplement or herbal product. Some of them aren't safe during pregnancy.
Health disparities and birth defects Health disparities have been observed among babies with birth defects from certain racial and ethnic groups.
What is full-term? A full-term pregnancy lasts between 39 weeks and 40 weeks, 6 days. Babies born full term have the best chance of being healthy.