What is Premature Birth

Premature birth (also known as preterm birth, or premie) is defined medically as childbirth occurring earlier than 37 completed weeks of gestation. Most pregnancies last about 40 w...

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I was premature at birth weighing 2lbs 2ozs. I was also diagnosed with hydrocephalus. I have a mild mental disability due to the hydrocephalus
Posted on 09/10/08, 12:09 pm
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Reply #1 - 09/21/08  1:55pm
" i was a preeme to 1 lb 2oz in 88 i was asked to be in the world record but my mum and dad didnt want to cuz ya all that shit well ur baby could be died soon. i dont no what hydrocephalus is.. i must look it up now.. i have a small learning disabltiy not to bad though "
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