Premature Infants
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Over and Under Stimulation in Premature InfantsThere is a delicate balance in dealing with premature infants. One has to be very careful not to over stimulate or under stimulate this tiny new life. Little things that we would never think about in a normal situation became very big to us.- Thermal Heat Wraps for Premature InfantsFor children born prematurely, there is a risk for developing both hyperthermia and hypothermia which, ultimately, can be controlled with thermal wraps.
"Morning Joe" Scarborough Expects a Premature BabyJoe Scarborough, of MSNBC's "Morning Joe" is awaiting the birth of his child, possibly premature. With so many variables in premature births, here are a few things you can do to prepare, if not plan, for your child's birth.- Photocoagulation and Retinal Cryotherapy to Treat Retinopathy in Premature InfantsFor infants born prematurely, there is a risk for developing retinopathy. With proper therapy, including retinal cryotherapy and photocoagulation, the risks associated with retinopathy can be mitigated.
- Life Saving Support for Premature Infants: Moral & Ethical Issues Parents Must FaceFor premature infants, there many be a need for life saving support that, ultimately, may lead to more complex health complications.
- Breastfed Premature Infants Have Greater Mental Development, Study ShowsAccording to the National Institute of Health, researchers have found that premature infants that were breastfed were less likely to return to the hospital than those who were not.
Breastfeeding the Premature InfantOne of the most important things you can do for your preemie's health is to breastfeed, yet many mothers of premature babies are discouraged from breastfeeding. Premature infants need breastmilk even more than babies born at full-term.- How to Find Information Online About Premature InfantsThe birth of a premature infant can bring a lot of mixed emotions for parents and families. Finding information, resources and connecting with other parents online can be a great way to get started understanding the special concerns of preemies.
Necrotizing Entrocolitis is a Disease that Can Affect Your Pre-term NewbornNecrotizing Entrocolitis also known as NEC is an acute inflammation of the bowel that leads to necrosis.- Reducing Re-Admission of Premature Infants for Cardiopulmonary ComplicationsIf you child is born prematurely, there is an increased risk for re-admission to the hospital for cardiopulmonary complications.
- Physicians Develop Program to Prevent Brittle Bones in Premature InfantsPediatricians at Tel Aviv University have developed a training program to prevent osteopenia of prematurity (OOP) in premature infants.
How to Help New Parents of Premature InfantsNot sure how to help parents of premature infants? Here are a few tips.- Researchers Find a New Lead for Treating Premature Infants with Lung DiseaseLung problems are a major medical problem for premature infants, with 20 to 40% of those classified as extremely premature suffering from abnormal lung development that can become bronchopulmonary dysplasia which is a chronic lung disease
- Coping with the Birth of a Premature InfantAs a mental health therapist, I counseled clients on my caseload who were struggling with infertility, who experienced miscarriages, and who gave birth to premature infants. These men and women often thanked me for "being a shoulder to cry' and for "giving sound advice".
- Finding Information Online About Respiratory Distress SyndromeRespiratory Distress Syndrome is a condition that affects mostly premature infants. It is a lung disorder that can cause difficulty in breathing. The following are some good online resources for those wanting to find out more about RDS:
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome: Diagnosis, Prevention and TreatmentRespiratory Distress Syndrome is an acute lung disease, affect premature babies. Insufficient amount of surfactant attributes to RDS or absent of a protein. Diagnostic tests evaluate this disease. Compressed oxygen & medication provides treatment.