Pregnancy

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Nurse Discovers Colleague Was Premature Baby She Cared For 28 Years Ago

Every year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are about 15 million babies born early (or preterm) – and this number continues to rise. Linked to that are preterm birth complications, which are the leading cause of death for children 5-years-old and under. But, what exactly does preterm mean? Generally, says WHO, babies […]

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Freelance Writer

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Antibiotics Weakening Against Bloodstream Infections That Kill Newborns

Sepsis is dangerous, no matter how old you are. Newborns with sepsis, however, are at a particularly high mortality risk. This is because their immune systems are not yet well-developed. In recent years, doctors are reporting an increased struggle with Neonatal sepsis as antibiotic resistance continues to rise. This blood infection is now killing more […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

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Why Women Don’t Lick Their Babies Clean After Childbirth

Many animal mothers instinctively lick their newborns to clean them. This act of grooming is important for several reasons. One, it removes amniotic fluid, which conducts heat away from the body and warms the baby. Plus, it stimulates the newborn and brings their attention to their mother. Another possibility is that licking removes the smell […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate