New Guidelines to Support Very Preterm Babies Australian health experts have introduced groundbreaking guidelines to enhance the long-term health outcomes of children born very preterm. These clinical practice guidelines are the first of their kind in the country, focusing on the care of babies born before...
The Australian paid parental leave scheme has no provision for babies born prematurely or unwell, and it’s time for a change to support all families, writes researchers by Dr Abbey Eeles and Professor Alicia Spittle A baby entering the world is a very special thing, but...
Shift work and long hours on the job have been found to significantly increase the risk of preterm birth. For parents-to-be, this information from to a recent study led by MonashUniversity, is crucial as it sheds light on the potential impact of their work situations...
An expert review of work done on preterm babies published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) has found that thanks to medical advancements, most of these tiny fighters now survive, but many of them face developmental challenges that can impact their future. The...
Parents of premature babies often face one of life’s greatest challenges. There is no right or wrong way to feel after having a premmie baby. Lana Al Habl and Natalie Ritchie speak to two families, a generation apart, about their unique experiences. 35 Years Ago… When Maggie...
When a premmie arrives in your life, the feeling of helplessness can be really overwhelming. It's hard to know how to celebrate this tiny person's arrival, especially if they are super early. So we have put together a little list of things for family and...
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