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Overview of

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

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The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a type of nursery in hospitals that caters specifically to premature babies (born before 34 weeks of pregnancy), and babies with severe health conditions. The NICU is equipped with highly trained professionals and specialized technology in order to provide comprehensive care an infant needs.

Goals of

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

The NICU aims to treat and cater to the following infants:

infants born preterm (born before 34 weeks)
underweight infants (less than 2,200 grams)
twins, triplets or other multiple births

infants with the following conditions:

respiratory disorders
cardiovascular disorders
digestive disorders
neurological disorders
bowel movement problems
birth defect infections
hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level)
and other critical conditions

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Pros and cons of

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

Pros

your infant will get the specialized care that they need based on what existing conditions they have.
infants are monitored around the clock by highly trained health professionals that offer help immediately when needed.
there is specialized equipment designed for small babies that are not usually available elsewhere.

Cons

depending on their condition, it might take some time before you’re able to take your baby home. However, this means they are getting the type of care that they need most.
NICU costs can be pretty high, for up to thousands of dollars per day. this can be especially difficult for parents without health insurance coverage.

How it works:

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

The NICU is able to provide the specialized care your newborn needs based on their health condition. They are monitored 24/7 by highly trained staff that can provide immediate medical assistance, and an ideal environment for recovery.

The NICU can also adapt much quicker to any changes in your baby’s conditions during their stay. The duration of your baby’s stay in the NICU can vary greatly depending on their health condition and recovery rate.

You can also get personally involved with caring for your baby’s needs if deemed possible by the healthcare professionals. You would be able to feed, bathe, and change your baby’s diapers with the helpful assistance of the NICU nurses. You can also soothe them by touching them, holding them (if possible), and spending time with them.

Preparation before

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

Pre - treatment

Typically, babies are put into the care of the NICU within 24 hours of birth. This is usually decided on by your doctor to minimize the risks to their health and get them specialized care right away.

Recovery after

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

Post - treatment

This heavily depends on your baby’s conditions. It’s important to continue attending check-ups, keeping your baby’s vaccinations up-to-date, and seeing other specialized doctors if necessary. Best to confirm all the details you need to know about your baby and their condition before leaving the NiCU. If ever any questions come up while they’re at home though, don’t hesitate to ask more questions.

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Having an adjustment period after taking them home is normal. Just do your best to make them as comfortable as possible, and ensure that they’re being closely monitored for any signs of being unwell. If they do show any symptoms, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Risks & side effects

As with any other healthcare services, there are risks involved with your baby’s health depending on what condition they have. However, having them in the NICU means putting them in the best possible environment to address their health concerns.

Also, placing your baby under the care of NICU may cause stress and anxiety to you as the parent, and would take some getting used to in order to manage well.

FAQs:

Intensive Care for Newborn Babies

What equipment is provided?

The NICU has a myriad of equipment designed to address each newborn’s concern and help keep them as healthy and safe as possible. Here are some of the common ones you might encounter during your baby’s stay:

Infusion Pump - This is a machine meant to provide the nutrients or medications that your baby needs in controlled amounts. This is usually used intravenously (through the vein).

Monitoring your baby’s heart rate and breathing:

Respirator - This machine helps babies who have difficulty breathing, providing more oxygen to your baby.

Cardiac Monitor - This tracks the electrical activity or ECG in your baby’s heart.

Cardiopulmonary Monitor - This shows your baby’s heart rate and breathing rate.

Regulating your baby’s temperature:

Radiant Warmer - This is an open bed that’s meant to keep your baby warm and regulate their body temperature with overhead heating, while keeping them accessible if they need to be carried often.

Transport Incubator - This is a plastic bed on wheels used in intensive care in order to minimize heat loss while transporting your baby.

Phototherapy - These are also called bili lights and are meant to treat newborns with jaundice. These lights are placed over an incubator in order to keep babies warm.

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Who are involved in the care of neonates in ICU?‍

The NICU is typically staffed with multiple experts that can provide care for your baby. Specialized healthcare professionals work together to ensure that you understand your baby’s needs, and that they get the best treatment possible.

These staff include:

Pediatrician - A doctor who’s trained in caring for babies and children.
Neonatal Specialist - A pediatrician that specializes in caring for preterm infants and newborns with health conditions.
Obstetrician - Another doctor who specializes in delivering babies and caring for women during and after pregnancy.
Pharmacist - A healthcare expert in the storage, dispensing and handling of multiple types of medications.

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Professional Nurses:

Registered Nurse - A healthcare professional that aids doctors in caring for patients, as well as providing physical and emotional support.
Neonatal Nurse - A registered nurse with specialized training in caring for neonates.
Nurses and Coordinators at our Perinatal Center - Perinatal Centers are institutes that give specialized care to women before, during, and post birth.
Breastfeeding Nurse - A registered nurse with specialized training in breastfeeding.

Having all these experts available and accessible to your baby greatly increases the quality and specificity of care that they’ll be receiving. These experts will also work and coordinate with you to keep you as involved and in the loop in your baby’s treatment.

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