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… Overview What is premature (preterm) birth? Pregnancy normally lasts about 40 … or more; infection; or drug or alcohol use during pregnancy. Often the cause is never … Depression Delivery of Your Preterm Infant During preterm labour A preterm birth may …
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… Topic Overview Infants born before 28 weeks of pregnancy are called "extremely premature." If … chance than ever before of doing well. A baby has the best chance of survival in a … resuscitation doesn't work or isn't done, babies get care that makes them comfortable …
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… Overview After your infant is discharged from the neonatal … may need a special bed for the car. Ask your doctor what is best for your baby. Be sure to buy a car seat that is …
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… and gag reflex. Weakness of both the oral and stomach muscles. Small stomach … enough to feed from a nipple, you can start oral feedings. Over days or weeks, you can … replace more tube or IV feedings with oral feedings. What should you know about …
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Learning Center Learn about infant and toddler health Babies are a joy. They can also be a little overwhelming at times. When is a fever something to worry about? What's the difference between colic …
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… up a lot are safer sleeping on their backs. Healthy babies will naturally swallow or cough … neck, and take off a layer if your baby is sweating or appears flushed. The temperature of … infant death can be prevented. There are people who can provide you and your family …
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… Starting at 2 months after birth, premature infants (preemies) need all the recommended … Immunizations for people who visit your newborn People who want to see your … in close contact with your baby. Adults and children need to get the yearly flu vaccine …
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Condition Basics What is sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? Sometimes a baby who seems healthy dies during sleep. If this happens to a healthy baby younger than 1 year old, it's called sudden …
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… the crying usually stops. However, some young children seem to cry for no reason. It is … baby will grow out of it. Related Information Child Abuse and Neglect Colic Growth and … the crying usually stops. However, some young children seem to cry for no reason. It is …
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… ejaculation gets better on its own over time. Treatment may not be needed. Your doctor may … ejaculation gets better on its own over time. Treatment may not be needed. Your doctor may …
