A preterm baby’s growth needs to plotted in a way different from that of full term babies. Here’s everything you need to know about it. For all parents, tracking the growth of their new baby and taking note of milestones is something that they look forward to, as we enjoy watching them grow before our…Read More
Helping your Premature Baby Gain Weight
Premature infants are born with a low birth weight and have trouble feeding. Here are some tips on helping your premature baby gain weight and grow strong. Parents of a premature baby have a lot to deal with. From the time the baby is born, to caring for her, bringing her home and following up…Read More
Developmental Milestones for Premature Babies
Premature babies develop at a slightly different rate than full term babies. Here is your guide to all the developmental milestones for premature babies. Waiting for baby’s milestones is a source of excitement for parents everywhere, but for parents of premature babies, it is also a source of stress and confusion. One one hand there’s…Read More
Causes of Premature Birth and Preventive Measures
Why are some babies born early? Here we look at the possible Causes of Premature Birth as well as ways to prevent it in mothers who are at risk. As Moms-to-be enter the third trimester of their pregnancy, they start getting excited about meeting their new baby. Many of them even say, “How I wish…Read More
Taking your Premature Baby Home – Everything you Need to Know
Taking your premature baby home from the hospital can be exciting but scary. Here’s everything you need to know to make this transition a stress free one. Being a new Mom to a preemie is a whole different bag of emotions from being a full term baby’s mother. A preemie Mom wants to enjoy this…Read More
Things to Consider when Caring for a Premature Baby
“A baby is born with a need to be loved – and never outgrows it. – Frank A. Clark” Caring for a premature baby requires specialized attention and support, as their early arrival poses unique challenges for both the mother and the infant. Prematurity, now recognized as one of the leading causes of infant deaths…Read More