Climate change has made pregnancy and childbearing more treacherous in regions of the world most vulnerable to extreme heat. As night temperatures warm, it takes people longer to fall asleep and to get into the restorative sleep state. Sleep deprivation during pregnancy can increase the risk of preterm births and problems such as preeclampsia, low birth weight, and postpartum depression. As the climate warms, millions could be affected, with people experiencing a short night of sleep — a risk factor for adverse mental and cardiovascular health outcomes as well.
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