Health

Stillbirth Risk Assessment

Evaluate modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors.

Stillbirth Risk Factors

Baseline risk ~0.3%. Modifiable factors: smoking (2×), obesity (2×). Non-modifiable: age ≥ 35 (1.5×), previous stillbirth (3×), diabetes (3–5×), hypertension (2×). Kick counting, growth ultrasounds, and timely induction at 39 weeks can reduce risk. Discuss concerns with your provider.