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What is a birth defect?
Birth defects are structural changes present at birth that can affect almost any part or parts of the body (e.g., heart, brain, foot). They may affect how the body looks, works, or both.
When was the March of Dimes initiative founded?
January 3, 1938.
What is the leading cause of infant deaths? What is the percentile?
- Birth defects?
- 20%
Which height of women are more likely to conceive twins? Taller or Shorter?
TALLER! (NBA BABIES)
What is the first sense the average baby develops?
Hearing
At what stage of pregnancy will most birth defects begin to occur? (Answer in number of months)
First 3 months of pregnancy.
When the organs of the baby are forming.
(Birth defects can occur at any stage in the pregnancy)
Who does the March of Dimes support?
Pregnant women, mothers and babies.
About how many babies are born prematurely in the U.S.?
38,000
What do you think was the longest pregnancy ever recorded?
375 days!
(extra 3 months)
At what age does a baby cry the most?
What 2 pre-existing health conditions can cause a higher risk of having a child with birth defects?
Diabetes & Obesity.
How does the March of Dimes show their support to this community?
By educating the community on various pregnancies, donating to medical research and through government advocacy.
About how many women pass away during or after giving birth each year?
Approx. 700 woman.
Which bone is liable to separate when a woman gives birth?
Pelvic Bone
OUCH!
Babies are born without which body part?
Kneecaps
About how many babies are affected by birth defects each year?
Approximately 120,000 babies.
How long has Zeta Phi Beta Sorirty Inc. been partnered with the March of Dimes?
47 years!
__ in every __ babies born in the United States, are born with a birth defect.
1 in every 33 babies born in the United States are born with a birth defect, each year.
_ in _ women suffer from Postpartum Depression.
1 in 7 women suffer from Postpartum Depression.
What is the typical cost of raising a child in the U.S.A for the first year of life?
$7,000
List 3 things that can increase the chance of having a child with a birth defect?
- Smoking, drinking
- Taking a various amount of medications
- Family history of Birth defects
- Over the age of 34
What prenatal promotional program, was created from the partnership of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. and the March of dimes?
Stork's Nest!
- A prenatal promotional program for low-income families or individuals. Educating them on prenatal care, healthy pregnancy choice and offer multiple classes on prenatal education.
Which 3 races are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes?
African American,American Indian,Alaska Native (AI/AN)
All women of color.
What are the most important vitamins to take while pregnant?
- Vitamin B (folic acid)
- Prenatal vitamins