Preeclampsia: Impact on mom and baby
May was Preeclampsia Awareness Month. We blogged about the signs, symptoms and causes of preeclampsia and how it may lead to premature birth. We also ...
NICU dad x 2 – the story of Jack and Josie
If there is one father who can talk about being a NICU dad, it is Kyle Daddio.
His son, Jack, was born at 26 weeks, more than 3 months prematurely. ...
The NICU dad – Superman has nothing on him
This post is dedicated to all dads, in honor of Father’s Day.
Fatherhood is not supposed to start in a NICU.
When the birth of your baby is unex ...
Do you know the signs of preterm labor?
If you're pregnant, it's important to know the signs of preterm labor and what to do if you experience any symptoms. Watch our video with Dr. Siobhan ...
Health disparities in premature birth
In the United States, rates of preterm birth, low birthweight, and infant mortality are higher for black, non-Hispanic infants than for white, non-His ...
New research links premature birth to mom’s risk of heart disease later in life
This headline has raised concerns among women who have had a premature baby (birth before 37 weeks) - and for good reason.
In a published study, re ...
Is breastfeeding a preemie different than a full term baby?
The answer is yes.
You’ve probably spent the last few months anxiously getting ready for your baby’s arrival. You’ve probably also thought about and ...
New study offers clues as to why some women give birth prematurely
Why do some women give birth early and others don’t? March of Dimes researchers are trying to find the answer to this question. A new study has reveal ...
Parent navigators – a lifeline for NICU moms and dads
If you’re the parent of a baby born prematurely, you know the stress and anxiety that is a part of having your baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care uni ...
Infant mortality. These two words should never go together.
Infancy should mark the beginning of life, not the end. Even though the rates of infant deaths are at an all-time low, far too many babies still die b ...