Findings from Stanford University Yields New Findings on Obstetrics and Gynecology (The Experience of Bearing a Child: Implications On Body Boundaries and Their Link To Preterm Birth).

A study conducted by Stanford University explores the relationship between body boundaries and preterm birth. Preterm birth, which occurs before 37 weeks of gestation, is a significant public health concern and a leading cause of infant mortality. The study found that disturbed body boundaries during pregnancy were linked to preterm birth. The researchers discuss potential mediating factors, such as psychosocial stress, and the clinical implications of these findings. For more information, the study can be found in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth. [Extracted from the article]