According to statistics, only 5% of women give birth on the exact due date set by the doctor, and many first-time mothers have to wait beyond the due date to welcome their newborn. There are quite a few cases where women who are 40 weeks pregnant show no signs of labor, causing restlessness for the mothers-to-be.

The signs of impending labor at week 38 make many mothers anxious. So, is it safe to give birth at week 38? Is it considered premature, and are there any risks for the baby?