Can we talk?

Those three words generally signal the delivery of bad news. Typically, it's the preemptive strike before, "it's not you, it's me." But there are those rare occasions when you absolutely need to utter these words.

A recent survey says that moms-to-be and their docs aren't having the discussion about preterm birth until much later in their pregnancy. However, the best time to talk about your risk factors for preterm birth was yesterday. The earlier you and your doctor share your concerns, the better.

Sure, sometimes the doctor's office can be a little intimidating and working up the nerve to ask all your questions can be daunting, but the payoff could be life-saving, especially if you're at a higher risk. So next time your doctor asks if you have any other questions, resist the urge to say "Nope" and ask, "Can we talk?".

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