Premature baby Basics & Medical Care
Defining Prematurity – causes of premature birth
premature baby Appearance & Behavior – Premature Baby Looks ,what to expect, brain development, senses, movement
Infant temperature control
Oxygenation of the infant Other breathing problems
The NICU & Its Equipment – communicating with staff, isolettes, respirator, monitors, IVs
Common Medical Problems – Respiratory Distress Syndrome, apnea, jaundice, infection, reflux etc
Communication & Touch – cues, interaction, over-stimulation, touch
Bathing your baby-Step-by-Step Instructions
Kangaroo Care – how-to, benefits for your premature baby
Feeding – breast milk benefits, pumping, learning to breastfeed to premature baby
Taking Care of You – emotional health, support, postpartum depression, physical healt
Preparing for Discharge – rooming-in, training for baby care, car seat/bed
At Home With a Preemie – SIDS, preventing infections, responding to crying, pre-crying signals, feeding, sleep cycles