Regular skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding are important measures to promote newborn health and development. However, preterm infants face challenges as they may not be mature enough to be breastfed....
Women from culturally diverse backgrounds often face challenges during pregnancy due to their background. Their access to healthcare support is reduced, and they experience heightened feelings of loneliness, distress, and...
Intimate partner violence (IPV) during pregnancy poses a serious threat to both the pregnant individual and their infant. IPV can be physical, sexual, or psychological, often leading to mental health...
Essential Newborn Care (ENC) defines minimum standards for the care of infants that must be applied immediately after birth and in the first weeks of life. ENC can be applied...
Aspirin and preterm preeclampsia prevention are critical areas of focus for improving maternal health. Preterm preeclampsia (PE) is a serious condition affecting pregnant women worldwide, with potentially severe consequences for...
Anxiety and stress are common feelings for parents of newborns being hospitalised in the NICU, reducing their mental health. Subsequently, this can reduce the parents’ wellbeing and even negatively impact...
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a leading cause of severe respiratory infections in infants, often resulting in hospitalisation. A recent study from Galicia, Spain, demonstrates the effectiveness of nirsevimab, a...
Siblings are one’s first peer group experience. Growing up, they contribute greatly to identity building and childhood development. However, there is little data on how having a preterm child affects...
Extreme heat can affect both pregnant women and their foetuses. The effects can be indirect to the mother’s environment or directly to the child. Indirect influences include reduced responsiveness and...
Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) is the standard treatment for perinatal asphyxia. A Swedish study explores the integration of parent-infant closeness during TH, highlighting the benefits of combining TH with family-centred care. Through...
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