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Preemie Basics
... as the baby is stable, we encourage 'kangaroo care.'" It's called this because of the way you hold your baby..., you'll have to take precautions. After she leaves the NICU, your preemie is still extremely... it. And don't allow anybody who is sick to hold the baby," cautions Dr. Belfort. To keep your preemie...
Caring for Your Preemie After the Hospital
... greater gains in cognitive development than formula-fed preemies. Protect Your Passenger
Before your baby... for your preemie; not all seats can be used for babies who weigh less than 5 pounds. At one time NICUs... and an increased risk of respiratory infections--especially in preemies. Avoid letting smokers visit your house...
5 Facts About Nursing a Preemie
... Here are five things you should know about breastfeeding your preemie: 1. Your milk adjusts... premature infant through those first difficult weeks. 2. Your baby may be in the neonatal intensive care... "for your own good." Many mothers of preemies, however, don't mind round-the-clock pumping, because...
Your Guide to Baby's Weight Gain
Helping your baby steadily pack on the pounds during her first year of life can be tricky. Here's what to know about your baby's weight gain, how to make sure she's meeting doctor recommendations for food and weight in the appropriate month ranges, and how to keep her healthy and satisfied in the process.
New Parent Mistakes to Avoid
Being a parent is the hardest job you'll ever love. To make your first few months as goofproof and enjoyable as possible, follow our troubleshooting guide and avoid these 10 classic mistakes.
Before You Take Your Preemie Home
... are some things you should know in order to take the best care of your baby, according to the University... of Wisconsin Center for Perinatal Care. Learn ways to comfort or settle your baby. Find out about any... the equipment. Learn how to properly position your baby in a car seat. Identify which physician will be caring...
Long-Term Preemie Issues
... for Perinatal Care, and what you can do about them. Former preemies are more likely than full-term babies... patches. Preemies are considered at high risk for hearing problems. Watch out for these symptoms as your... with learning problems. Both are more likely to occur in former preemies. Sometimes parents of preemies have a...
Protecting Your Baby from SIDS
The country's leading pediatricians give new advice on how to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Here's what you need to know.
Preemie Basics
... as the baby is stable, we encourage 'kangaroo care.'" It's called this because of the way you hold your baby..., you'll have to take precautions. After she leaves the NICU, your preemie is still extremely... it. And don't allow anybody who is sick to hold the baby," cautions Dr. Belfort. To keep your preemie...
Growth & Development Milestones: 1-3 Months
The American Academy of Pediatrics has identified important milestones for babies ages 1 month through 3 months. We've included fun and easy ways to help your newborn reach these key developmental markers, plus helpful information new parents should know.
Is My Preemie Ready to Come Home?
...Is your preemie close to going home? See if he or she meets the five criteria necessary for a... preemie's release from the hospital. In order for a preemie to be released, he or she must be: 1. Able...; University of Wisconsin Center for Perinatal Care All content here, including advice from doctors and other...
Preemie Complications
...A preterm baby can be prone to a variety of complications. Some are very common in preemies..., such as jaundice, apnea, and feeding problems. Some appear less frequently, but are still of concern. A preemie... in an infant, and a preemie's delayed process of making new ones. Is anemia dangerous? If left untreated...
10 Best Children's Hospitals
These pediatric centers -- leaders in Parents' exclusive evaluation -- routinely heal sick children whom local hospitals could no longer help. Find out where to go if the unfathomable ever happens to your family.
Resources for Parents of Preemies
... terms. The Preemie Parents' Companion: The Essential Guide to Caring for Your Premature Baby... by the March of Dimes helps hospitals' neonatal intensive care units increase support for parents of preemies... and prematurity in general at www.marchofdimes.com/prematurity. Preemie-L (www.preemie-L.org) One of the most...
Bed Rest Q&A
Even if you've been put on bed rest, you may not know the answers to some common questions -- like the logic behind it, or how you might feel at the end of it. Fluff up that pillow, settle in, and read on.
