Thirty years ago less than 25% of the tiniest preemies were surviving, now almost 90% survive. Learning about preterm birth can help increase awareness of the unique needs of preemies and their families.
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Although the health outcomes for older more mature preterm infants are favourable compared with those born earlier they are still at greater risk for some difficulties. The likelihood of severe disability is approximately the same as infants born at term however these preterm babies are at greater risk for mild cerebral palsy, developmental delay and school-related problems.
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One of the greatest minds in history, Albert Einstein was born preterm.
A quick and comprehensive guide to understand all that is happening when you are faced with preterm birth and the NICU.
Packed with extra features like progress charts, NICU checklists and plenty of others. ‘The preemie guide’ is a must for any new parent.
Most babies spend between 38 and 42 weeks in their mother’s uterus. So, technically a preterm birth, preemie, premmie, or prem, is an infant who is born less than 37 completed gestational weeks.
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‘The complete preemie guide to: ‘Preemie development’ is the must have guide to the NICU for new preemie parents.
With an easy-to-read layout this comprehensive guide is over 130 pages of important information about the NICU and your preemie.
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Packed with extra features like progress charts, NICU checklists and plenty of others. ‘The preemie guide’ is a must for any new parents.
