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.
Stages of labor Learn about the stages of labor, making a birth plan and choosing a labor support person, like a doula, to help you get ready for your baby’s birth.
Folic acid Folic acid is vitamin B9, which can help prevent neural tube defects in your baby. Learn which supplements and foods are good sources of folic acid.