Preemies

Premature infants are at higher risk of developing diabetes as adults

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According to a Swedish study published in Diabetes Care (a publication from the American Diabetes Association), babies born premature (before 37 weeks gestational age) have a slightly higher risk of developing diabetes at some point in their lifetime. Preterm birth, including late preterm birth, is associated with a modestly increased risk of diabetes in young […]

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What to Expect in the NICU

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A newborn in an incubator. in the NICU unit

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU, pronounced “nick-you”) may become your home-away-from-home if your baby is born prematurely. This is the section of the hospital tasked with caring for infants who are born early and cannot survive without help. It provides an environment that is safer for your preemie, offering incubators and special services intended

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The Risks of Having a Second Premature Baby

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If you’ve already had one preemie baby, then you know what complications may result in a child’s health and development. It can be a very nerve-wracking experience for any parent, and is incredibly dangerous for your newborn. For this reason, it is extremely important that you understand the risk factors in having another premature baby,

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