Did you know women have a 3% risk of having a baby with a birth defect? Birth defects are structural changes that can affect almost any part of a baby and may be found prior to birth or as an infant. Not all birth defects can be prevented; but, there are things a woman can do to help prevent her chance of having a baby affected by one of these structural changes. 1. Live a healthy lifestyle Staying active and maintaining a healthy weight (BMI <30) can decrease the risk of birth defects. Having...