Premature Labour and Birth: Impact on mother and baby

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Dr Ngotho, Specialist Obstetrician and Gynecologist from Durban, KwaZulu Natal, talks about preterm labour and birth in this episode of the #FerringPod. He explains, to host Zoya Mabuto-Mokoditoa, what preterm labour and birth is, what warning signs to look out for and what you as an expecting family can do to ensure you have a happy and healthy pregnancy.

21 Nov 2022 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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