Neonatal ICU (NICU)

NICU general information for parents and professionals. Neonatal ICU treatment, medication, visitation, and infant care. Preemies, premature babies, and critically ill infants are placed in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Staffed by neonatologists, pediatricians, and nurses.

Monday, October 12, 2009

Neonatal ICU New Site!

This site has moved to NeonatalICU.com ! Please follow the link to see the upgraded site! This site will shut down in two weeks, so make s...

Saturday, September 12, 2009

What to Expect in the NICU with a Preterm Baby

When a mother has a high risk pregnancy, there is a possibility that her baby could be born prematurely, and would need to be placed in the ...

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Infant MRSA in the NICU

An infant in the NICU with MRSA (methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureaus) can initiate immediate precautions to preserve the safety and...

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

How to Improve Infant Reflux in a Newborn Baby

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...

NICU Gavage Feeding

Gavage feeding in the NICU is where a small, narrow tube is inserted through the infant's nostril and is placed down the throat, esophag...

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