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- How Premature Babies Are Being Helped in HospitalsThis article will be of interest for women who are pregnant. It prepares them to know what to do if they have a premature baby.
- Premature Baby: How to Be PreparedHere are some tips to help prepare yourself for a premature baby.
- The March of Dimes U.S. Grade on Premature BabiesWhy does the U.S. only have a C when it comes to premature babies? It may surprise you to know that is actually a big improvement.
- Financial Assistance for Premature Babies in TennesseeLearn about the many sources of financial help for parents with premature babies in Tennessee.
What Are a Premature Baby's Chances of Survival?Find out the odds of survival for preterm babies, based on gestational age.
Parents of Premature Babies: How to Discharge the NICU to Admit a New You!These principles are the foundation for being the best you can be for you, and ultimately, your premature baby; use them to help you transform the NICU to a new you. Take comfort in knowing that everything happens for a reason -- even this.- Ways You Can Try to Avoid Having a Premature BabyThere are many things you can do to help prevent having a preterm baby, especially if you were a premature baby yourself.
- If You Were Born Premature, Will You Have a Premature Baby Yourself?I was a preemie, just over 2 pounds at birth. Does this mean I have a greater chance of having a premature baby myself?
- Can Premature Babies Grow Up to Be Small Adults?Am I short and tiny because I was born premature or is my height and size just a coincidence? I decided to find out.
Giving Birth to a Premature BabyGiving birth to a premature baby can be a stressful and difficult time in a woman's life. If you give birth to a premature baby, what can you expect? Will your baby survive and thrive? The answer is yes,and more.
"Dead" Premature Baby Boy Revived by Mom and Kangaroo CareThe Australian technique, Kangaroo Care is an accepted treatment for premature babies. A baby boy declared dead, is revived.- Where to Buy Premature Baby ClothesYou think you have all the clothes and necessities you need for your baby. But, wait, then you have a premature baby and suddenly you are scrambling for clothes and other necessities. Here are some places to find premature baby clothing.
- On-Demand Feeding May Expedite a Premature Baby's HomecomingPremature babies may find their way home earlier when they are fed on demand, not on schedule, the Cochrane Neonatal Review Group suggests.
- Facts You Should Know About Premature Labor and Premature BabiesThere are many facts that are important to know about premature labor and premature babies to ensure the best outcome for a pregnancy.
Premature Babies in Their Infant and Toddler YearsMost premature babies live a normal life, however, there are many services to help a child develop accordingly through their infant and toddler years.- How Old is My Preemie? Determining Your Baby's Adjusted AgeInstead of starting the age when your baby was born, the age is adjusted downward to compensate for height and weight of premature babies.
- Is My Preemie Growing Properly?The easiest way to monitor your baby's growth is through monthly visits to the pediatrician to take measurements for height and weight.
- Breastfeeding a Premature BabyHints on how to still breastfeed a premature baby.
- Prematurity and the Respiratory Distress SyndromeA condition called respiratory distress syndrome affects some newborn babies, especially babies born prematurely. In fact, this condition is by far the most common cause of death among premature babies.
Premature Babies in the NICUMany parents are scared to see their premature baby attached to numerous wires and cables when they arrive in the NICU. I'll explain what some of those tubes and wires are in this article.- How to Care for Your Premature BabyIt is not easy when you have a premature baby, both for you and for the baby. Find out how to make your life easier.
Premature Babies at 35 Weeks: Hurdles You May EncounterLuckily, technology is amazing today, and the 35-week preemie baby has an excellent chance of coming home soon after birth. Yet, there are issues you may encounter. Read on for more information.- Joe Scarborough's Premature Baby and My ExperiencesDetailing the births of my 4 children who were all premature and the different methods used to stop my labor each time.
- Joe Scarborough's Premature BabyAccording to xomba.com, Joe Scarborough took a few weeks away from the Morning Show to care for his wife and premature baby.
Premature Birth and My Experiences in the NICUThis gives information on premature birth and my experiences in the NICU.
Can Wrapping a Premature Baby in Plastic Save Its Life?Researchers at Sunnybrook Health Services Center, Toronto Canada, are looking at a novel approach to help prevent premature babies from becoming sick and possibly dying by wrapping them in a plastic bag.- Proper Nutrition for Premature Babies is EssentialProper nutrition for babies is essential, especial for premature babies. Each premature baby will have different level of eating habits depending on her level of maturity. As parents and caregivers, there are important factors to keep in mind when feeding a premature baby.
How to Support a Parent of a Premature BabyHere are some ways you can help a friend or family member with a premature baby.- Top 12 Associated Content Articles About Premature BabiesParents may not be ready for baby yet, and certainly not a premature baby. But there are ways to cope with the surprise of a premature birth, and with the increased health risks and complications.
What is a Womb Room?The new fad in prenatal cares are womb rooms. This article discusses what they are.- Prematurity & Its Side Effects: What My Family and I Faced Having a Premature BabyWhat my family and I faced having a premature baby.
- NICU Etiquette Tips for Parents and Families of Premature BabiesNICU Etiquette is not something you learn at finishing school, or at child birth class, for that matter. In the NICU, nothing is private, yet everything is personal. This makes NICU etiquette important for families of premature babies.
- How to Take Care of Yourself While Your Baby is in the NICUAfter a pregnancy is cut short by premature labor a new mom may be left feeling completely off-kilter, out of sorts, stressed and maybe even depressed.
- Premature Babies: Information and Warning SignsThe fear of having a premature baby can be a devastating time for any mom. While most women have perfectly healthy full-term babies, there are many who don't quite meet the 37-40 week deadline.
- How to Start Breastfeeding Your Premature Baby Once They Come Home from the HospitalIf your baby was born prematurely then they probably spent a lot of time in the intensive care unit.
- Special Considerations for the Premature BabyEvery parent hopes and prays that their newborn will be healthy and safe.
- Parenting a Premature Baby: Caring for Your PreemieHaving a baby is stressful enough, but dealing with a premature baby can be a nerve-wracking experience. Find out how you can make things a little easier on yourself and your new baby.
- My Journey with My Premature BabyI had a premature baby and knew nothing to prepare me for the event. Here are some things that you should know at least to get familiar with them before birth.
- Environmental Sensitivity: Little Known Facts About Your Premature BabyPremature babies are more sensitive to their environments and subtle changes than full-term babies. Parents become aware of this fact very quickly. Here are some environmental factors to consider when the preemie comes home.
- How Parenting a Premature Baby Toughens Parents UpParenting a premature baby toughens parents up for later standard medical procedures like drawing blood and shots.
