by Hand to Hold Staff | Mar 9, 2017 | Medical Info & Resources
While a baby was in the NICU they are often cared for by a NICU dietitian who monitored their nutrition, caloric intake, and growth. After discharge parents must continue to monitor their baby’s nutritional needs. A good discharge plan can help, but it is...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Feb 27, 2017 | Medical Info & Resources
In 2014, several headlines swept the nation about a disease called Enterovirus (EV-D68): “Mysterious Virus Sweeping the Country!” “Rare Virus Hospitalizes Hundreds of Children!” “CDC Warns Of Fast-Spreading Enterovirus Afflicting...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Feb 23, 2017 | Family Stories
The following story is from Preemie Babies 101 reader Farheen. If you’d like to share your NICU story with us, click the Share Your Story link, or...
by Hand to Hold Staff | Feb 17, 2017 | Medical Info & Resources, Professional Insight
by Dr. Patrick Hodges I have been caring for newborns and their families in neonatal intensive care units for over 25 years. I have seen incredible advancements, which have had historic impacts on the care and outcomes of these fragile babies. I can say without...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Feb 13, 2017 | News
This month Huggies® launched their smallest diaper yet, the Little Snugglers Nano Preemie diaper, designed to fit micro preemies weighing under two pounds. Develoed in partnership with NICU nurses as a part of Huggies’® No Baby Unhugged program, the diaper is...
