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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · 4d

Was your baby born before 30 weeks or under 3 lbs? They’re at higher risk for Retinopathy of Prematurity

👁️ Learn about risk factors & how nutrition can help: tinyurl.com/mryy5uu5

#PreemieNutrition #ROP #medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu

Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · 5d

🕷️ No tricks, just treats for tiny bones!

Preemies need extra calcium, vitamin D, & movement to avoid scary bone diseases. Read more in our latest blog: tinyurl.com/z5uutmnd

#medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu

Preventing and Managing Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) - Preemie Health

Learn why premature infants are at risk for weak bones and how to prevent osteopenia through proper nutrition and care.

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · 9d

Did you know preemies can develop metabolic bone disease due to missed mineral storage in the womb?

Don’t let weak bones come back to haunt them. Learn how to protect these tiny skeletons!

🦴🎃 Read our latest blog: tinyurl.com/z5uutmnd

#medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · 13d

🦴 Tiny bones, big risks! Preemies miss out on crucial bone-building time in the womb, making them vulnerable to #osteopenia. How can we keep their skeletons boo-tiful and strong? 👻🎃

Read more: tinyurl.com/4ezcbhuu

#medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu

Tiny Bones: Guarding Against Osteopenia in Preemie Skeletons - Preemie

Bone health starts before birth! A baby’s bones start forming in the womb, relying on maternal nutrition and overall health for proper development. For preterm babies, this process is disrupted, ...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Sep 18

Did you know that premature babies often have immature respiratory and digestive systems? They need to be able to breathe and feed without medical support before going home.

#neosky #neonatal #NICU #neonatology #medsky #pregnancy #neonatalcare

Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Sep 17

If you’re experiencing regular contractions, pelvic pressure, back pain, or fluid leakage before 37 weeks, don’t wait—seek medical help ASAP.

⚠️ Learn more about preterm labour here: tinyurl.com/26hjzb8m

#Pregnancy #MaternalCare #NICU #PreemieSupport #neosky

Recognizing the Signs of Preterm Labor: When to Seek Help - Preemie

Preterm labor is when regular contractions cause the cervix to open for birth too early—before 37 weeks of pregnancy.1 A full-term pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks, so babies born early are called preem...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Sep 9

Are microplastics putting unborn babies at risk? 🚼 Our previous blog focus on the infiltration of these tiny particles into pregnancy.

Learn about potential health effects & take steps to minimise your exposure. bit.ly/3ugw7Ul

#ProtectOurPlanet #PlasticFreeFuture

Microplastics and Pregnancy: A Growing Concern - Preemie

Plastic pollution is a known global environmental crisis. But nowadays, people are focusing their concerns on microplastics, particles less than five millimetres in size, infiltrating every corner ...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Sep 2

Did you know? High blood pressure, infections, stress, and even short birth spacing can increase the risk of #preterm labor.

🤰 Awareness is key learn more on our latest blog: tinyurl.com/26hjzb8m

#Pregnancy #MaternalCare #NICU #PreemieSupport #neosky

Recognizing the Signs of Preterm Labor: When to Seek Help - Preemie

Preterm labor is when regular contractions cause the cervix to open for birth too early—before 37 weeks of pregnancy.1 A full-term pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks, so babies born early are called preem...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Aug 23

The good news? Most babies outgrow GERD! 🎉 In the meantime, adjusting feeding positions, making small diet tweaks, and monitoring symptoms can help.

🔗 Learn more: tinyurl.com/t2wu9hmt

#PreemieCare #GERD #NICU #ParentingTips

Tiny Tummies & Tricky Reflux: Understanding GERD in Preemies - Preemie

What is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when a baby’s stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus, the tube that carries food to the stomach.1 This is called reflux, and it’s...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Aug 14

Involvement in NICU care and utilising family-integrated models foster bonding and reduce parental stress & reduce the risk of postpartum depression.

Read our blog: bit.ly/4adEgZ1

#HealthyPregnancy #MentalHealth #neosky #neonatal #NICU #neonatology #medsky #neonatalcare

Anxiety and Premature Birth: Navigating Emotions for a Healthy Pregnancy - Preemie

In modern-day society, anxiety has become increasingly prevalent worldwide, likely attributable to the overwhelming pace of modern life. It presents as persistent worrying and apprehension often with...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Aug 12

Is your preemie spitting up often? 🤱 A little reflux is normal, but when it causes pain or feeding issues, it’s GERD. Learn why preemies are more prone to it & how to manage it. 🔗 tinyurl.com/t2wu9hmt

#NeonatalCare #PreemieHealth #GERD #NICU #ParentingTips

Tiny Tummies & Tricky Reflux: Understanding GERD in Preemies - Preemie

What is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when a baby’s stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus, the tube that carries food to the stomach.1 This is called reflux, and it’s...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Aug 7

Premature and of very extremely low weight are about 3 times more likely to receive an #ADHD diagnosis than those who had term and normal-weight births 🔗 tinyurl.com/bdfb8evk

#neosky #neonatal #NICU #digitalhealth #neonatology

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Miracle Babies

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Aug 3

Tiny tummies, big troubles: #GERD affects 1 in 10 NICU babies and can lead to pain, feeding struggles, and longer hospital stays. But what causes it? & how can you help?

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#NeonatalCare #PreemieHealth #GERD #NICU #ParentingTips

Tiny Tummies & Tricky Reflux: Understanding GERD in Preemies - Preemie

What is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when a baby’s stomach contents flow back up into the esophagus, the tube that carries food to the stomach.1 This is called reflux, and it’s...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 28

Do you know what makes us unique? 🍼 We are the first product ecosystem created for human milk bank operators that offers automatic calculation for the optimisation of pooled donor milk tailored to specific infants’ needs.

#NeoNatal #NeoSky #MedSky #HumanMilk #NeoNatology

Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 21

Your preemie’s summer survival kit:
✅ Light, breathable clothes
✅ Indoor temps: 20-22°C (68-72°F)
✅ Shade & hydration
✅ Cool baths & air circulation

Keep your little one comfy all season long! Read more: tinyurl.com/zjp98jt9 ☀️

#medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu #climatechange

Summer Care for Preterm Babies: Tips to Keep Your Little One Cool & Comfortable - Preemie

As summer of 2025 is expected to bring record-breaking heat, keeping your preterm baby cool and safe is more important than ever. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), due to the g...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 14

1.1 Million premature babies dies every year. This is the same as saying that every 30 seconds a premature baby dies. #PreemieFacts

#neosky #preemiesensor #medsky #digitalhealth #NICU #Neonatal #PrematureBirth

Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 7

Make sure to know the signs that you little one is overheating in these extreme summer temperatures! 🌡️ Read more about how to keep your #preemie safe during the summer: tinyurl.com/zjp98jt9

#medsky #neosky #neonatal #nicu #climatechange

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 3

🚨 NEVER leave your baby alone in a car, even for a minute! Temperatures inside can rise dangerously fast. Stay prepared—check out these lifesaving summer tips for preemies: tinyurl.com/zjp98jt9

#medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu #climatechange

Summer Care for Preterm Babies: Tips to Keep Your Little One Cool & Comfortable - Preemie

As summer of 2025 is expected to bring record-breaking heat, keeping your preterm baby cool and safe is more important than ever. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), due to the g...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 2

Some studies point out that immediately after preterm birth, parents of premature children experience stressful events that could increase their stress and negative feelings such as anger, anxiety, and depression.🔗 tinyurl.com/78fym9tj

#neosky #neonatal #NICU #digitalhealth #neonatology

Mothers and Fathers in NICU: The Impact of Preterm Birth on Parental Distress

Preterm birth is a stressful event for families. In particular, the unexpectedly early delivery may cause negative feelings in mothers and fathers. The aim of this study was to examine the relationshi...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jul 1

🏖️ Thinking of taking your preemie outside? Plan for cooler hours, shaded areas & light layers. Babies under 12 months should stay out of direct sunlight!

Learn more summer safety tips in our July blog: tinyurl.com/zjp98jt9 ☀️

#medsky #preemie #neosky #neonatal #nicu #climatechange

Summer Care for Preterm Babies: Tips to Keep Your Little One Cool & Comfortable - Preemie

As summer of 2025 is expected to bring record-breaking heat, keeping your preterm baby cool and safe is more important than ever. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), due to the g...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jun 16

"The additional cost of a #donormilk program was small compared to the cost of a NICU hospitalisation.” Learn more about the Economic Impact of Donor Milk in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: tinyurl.com/ms45bn3m

#neosky #preemie

The Economic Impact of Donor Milk in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

To assess the cost-effectiveness of mother's own milk supplemented with donor milk vs mother's own milk supplemented with formula for infants of very low birth weight in the neonatal intensive care un...

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jun 13

Omega-3s (DHA/EPA) can reduce abnormal blood vessel growth in preemies' eyes by up to 50%!

If breastfeeding, eat more fatty fish, flaxseeds & walnuts. 🐟
Formula-fed? Opt for DHA-fortified options!

👶 Learn more: tinyurl.com/yc8jyf4v

#ROPPrevention #PreemiePowe

Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jun 12

Do you know what makes us unique? ⭐️ Our sensor coupled with our NICU software enables doctors to calculate & prescribe the exact fortification needed based on human milk composition & the infant’s growth history over time.

#NeoNatal #NeoSky #MedSky #HumanMilk #NeoNatology

Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jun 9

Sometimes, mothers of #preterm infants can’t produce enough #breastmilk for their vulnerable #baby. 💙 That’s where donor #humanmilk comes in—fortified per #NICU doctors' prescriptions to help these tiny fighters grow strong & healthy. 👶✨ #SavingTinyLives #DonorMilk #NeoSky

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Preemie @preemiehealth.bsky.social · Jun 6

Babies born before 30 weeks or under 3 lbs are at higher risk for ROP. But omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish oil & fortified milk) can help! 👶🔬

Learn more in our latest blog: tinyurl.com/yc8jyf4v