EACH NOVEMBER WE CELEBRATE PREMATURITY AWARENESS During Prematurity Awareness Month we honor families affected by preterm labor and birth, recognize the impact a stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can have on a baby and family, and show our appreciation for the health professionals who care for the them. We've gathered these resources - created by an interdisciplinary team of parents and professionals - to educate our community and promote understanding. |
Did You Know? It's not just preemies.
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NICUs Exemplify Interdisciplinary Collaboration |
Caring for infants isn't like caring for other patients; babies aren't tiny adults. Neonatology is a highly specialized field. Providing specialized care for neonates requires expertise and teamwork. When a baby is in the NICU they will be cared for by a team of professionals that includes, but is not limited to: |
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Learn More about Prematurity around the Globe
NPA is proud to partner with the European Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants (EFCNI) and to join them is raising awareness worldwide. Visit their website to see their: |
See our NPN + NPA global webinar series One World. One Community. Many Voices. honoring the work of NICU Parent Leaders and Providers around the world.