While teaching a prenatal class, a participant asks about the effects of stress on the fetus. Which response should the nurse make?
A) "The placenta protects the baby from maternal stress."
B) "High levels of stress can lead to preterm birth."
C) "Heightened stress can lead to a higher fetal birth weight."
D) "The baby is not affected by maternal stress."

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High levels of stress during pregnancy have been associated with an increased risk of preterm birth, as stress can affect hormonal balances and lead to complications.

While Teaching a Prenatal Class, a Participant Asks About the Effects