Neonatal jaundice is one of the most familiar findings in the first days of life. A yellow tinge to the skin or eyes often reflects normal transitional…
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Neonatal Jaundice: When Treatment Is Needed and When to Observe
Air Pollution, Fetal Growth, And Preterm Birth
Clean air is an important part of a healthy pregnancy, yet many expectant parents live near busy roads, industrial areas, construction sites, or sources of…
Perinatal HIV Transmission Prevention Strategies in 2020
Perinatal HIV transmission can occur during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or breastfeeding, yet timely clinical care can reduce the risk to very low levels. In…
Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Pregnancy and Early Infant Development
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients during pregnancy because they contribute to the formation of the placenta, fetal brain, eyes, and nervous system.…
Preeclampsia: pathophysiology and emerging treatments
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-specific hypertensive disorder that can affect nearly every organ system. It is commonly identified through new-onset hypertension…
Comfort-Focused Care for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), also called neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS), can develop after prenatal exposure to opioids and, in some cases,…
Using Telehealth for Postpartum Depression Screening
The weeks after childbirth can bring joy, exhaustion, physical recovery, and major changes in family life. They can also involve sadness, anxiety,…
COVID-19 and the Changing Landscape of Perinatal Mortality
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted pregnancy and newborn care at a scale rarely seen in modern medicine. Hospitals had to reorganize services, families faced…
Breastfeeding Support for NICU Mothers During Visitor Restrictions
When a newborn is admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit, breastfeeding depends on far more than a mother’s intention or milk supply. It requires access to…
Congenital Heart Disease Before And After Birth
Congenital heart disease (CHD) refers to structural or functional abnormalities of the heart and great vessels that develop before birth. It ranges from small…
