Did you know that premature birth is the leading cause of newborn
death in the first month of life? It affects half a million babies a
year in the United States. Those who survive may have lifelong health
problems. And premature births are on the rise -- up to 30% since
1981.

That is why I am asking you to support me in March of Dimes
WalkAmerica. Because premature birth can happen to any pregnant
woman. In nearly half the cases, the causes are unknown. The March of
Dimes is leading the way to find answers by supporting research into
the causes of premature birth. I am joining the fight, and so can you.

Your support helps fund:
-Research into stress and other factors that may trigger preterm
labor.
-Programs to educate pregnant women to recognize the warning signs of
preterm labor.
-Tools to help health care providers find better ways to detect women
who may be at risk for preterm labor.

Please join in and help fight prematurity. Visit my webpage and
sponsor me in the Walk that saves babies!
http://www.walkamerica.org/springer3

Thank You!