January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month. We can't control everything about pregnancy, but there are things we can do to help prevent birth defects. Find out more at alabamapublichealth.gov/newbornscreening/birth-defects.html. | Tuscaloosa County Health Department

Understanding the Causes of Major Birth Defects: Steps to Prevention

January is Birth Defects Awareness Month. Birth defects happen early in pregnancy and can affect a child’s health and development, but early detection and intervention can make a meaningful difference. In this video, Dr. Billings shares what birth defects really mean, why early care matters, and how pediatricians support children and families every step of the way. Awareness leads to understanding. Early care leads to better outcomes. | CMU Health

Birth defects can happen for many reasons. Although not all birth defects can be prevented, people can increase their chances of having a healthy baby by managing health conditions and adopting healthy behaviors before becoming pregnant. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3PutuoU. | Kansas Department of Health and Environment