Preterm Infant (IMAGE) University of Washington Caption A nurse's fingertips gently touch the foot of a preterm infant in newborn intensive care. Clinical depression during pregnancy increases the risk of premature birth. Credit Clare McLean/UW Medicine Usage Restrictions For use by news media and education institutions only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.