Neonatal Medicine
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‘Baby-friendly’ steps help women meet prenatal breastfeeding goals
A first-ever study of the effect of evidence-based maternity care practices on prenatal breastfeeding intentions in women from low-income U.S....
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Phthalate exposure via maternal and cord blood affects infant outcomes
Prenatal exposure to phthalates was inversely associated with head circumference in male and female infants.
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Baby formula makers still breaking global marketing rules: report
The report’s authors and several external experts said it was time to reform the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes.
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Endometriosis not linked with preterm birth, new study finds
Changing monitoring strategies to prevent preterm birth for women with the disease may not be necessary.
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Future respiratory infection risk raised by early life virus exposure
“The interferon-related gene activity caused by an early first viral infection is thought to create a proinflammatory environment that makes...
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Alternative birthing practices tied to neonatal infection risk
When women inquire about alternative practices, physicians need to strike a diplomatic balance between respecting women’s wishes and the benefits...
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Two studies detail the dangers of COVID in pregnancy
Most of the birth problems occurred with first and second trimester infections and occurred even if the pregnant person didn’t have respiratory...
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Antibiotics used in newborns despite low risk for sepsis
A large cohort study showed little difference in antibiotic use for newborns with and without low-risk delivery characteristics.
Beyond the White Coat
Physician as trusted counselor
It takes more time to learn the art of counseling parents, listening to their concerns, and earning their trust. That art is practiced in face-to-...
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Delayed umbilical cord clamping improves outcomes in very preterm infants
Delayed clamping reduced risk of death or disability by 17% at 2 years of age.
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Spice in breast milk could shape taste preferences later
A new study suggests that the active ingredient in black pepper makes its way into breast milk and may help an infant develop a tolerance to...