Improving Reflux in an Infant In a newborn infant, a common concern for many parents is infant reflux (GERD). It can be a scary event, when your baby may appear to choke, gag, or spit up during a … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Kangaroo Care
Posted to NICU: July 31, 2009
Kangaroo Care in the NICU Kangaroo Care is one of the most intimate ways a mother can bond with her infant. Often, when mom's deliver a preterm baby, the ability to bond between the two can be … [Read more...]
Religion in the NICU
Posted to NICU: July 31, 2009
Religion in the NICU Hospitals across the United States have very understanding policies regarding the religion and beliefs of parents and families that have and infant in the neonatal ICU. It is … [Read more...]
Infant Bereavement – When Life Means Loss
Posted to NICU: July 30, 2009
Infant Death and Infant Bereavement in the NICU Losing your baby will probably be the hardest thing you will ever go through. The grief a parent goes through after the death of their infant is called … [Read more...]
NICU – Asking Questions
Posted to NICU: July 30, 2009
Asking Questions in the NICU Asking questions in regards to your baby's condition and care is absolutely recommended and encouraged. NICU staff want parents to be as informed as possible about the … [Read more...]
NICU Precautions – Underage Visitors
Posted to NICU: July 30, 2009
NICU and Underage Visitors So what does 'underage' precisely mean in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit? While it may vary from unit to unit, generally it means anyone under the age of 18. Some NICUs … [Read more...]
NICU – Family Visitation
Posted to NICU: July 24, 2009
NICU Family Visitation The moment your baby is born, you have the overwhelming feeling to be surrounded by your family to share the experience with. This feeling stays true the entire time the … [Read more...]
NICU – Sibling Visitation
Posted to NICU: July 24, 2009
NICU Sibling Visitation Every big brother and big sister cannot wait to see their new little brother or sister. It's a very special moment for all parents to have their families together for the … [Read more...]
