Not all stillbirths are preventable, but some are. There are three important things you can do to help prevent stillbirth.
- Go to sleep on your side after 28 weeks of pregnancy
- Be aware of your baby’s movements, and contact your maternity care professional immediately if movements change.
- If you smoke, stop. And avoid being around other people’s cigarette smoke.
Stillbirth happens to 1 in every 137 pregnancies in Australia. By keeping these three things in mind, and doing your best to stick to them, you can greatly reduce the risk to your baby.
Stillbirth is Australia’s hidden health crisis.
Red Nose supports anyone affected by the loss of a pregnancy, stillbirth, death of a baby or child. Call our 24/7 Support line on 1300 308 307 or visit our support section of our website.
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