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RCM comments on breastmilk and pre-term babies study
Research published today by the University of Edinburgh has found that babies born before their due date show better brain development when fed breast milk rather than formula.
Pain study tests morphine for effectiveness on premature babies
Administration of oral morphine (100μg/kg) to non-ventilated premature infants has the potential for harm without analgesic effectiveness, a study concludes.
A reduction in premature births during COVID-19
A remarkable reduction in premature birth has been found in two studies. Although neither have yet been published in peer reviewed journals, the findings from Ireland and Denmark are receiving plenty of interest. The findings of both studies ...
Low omega-3 in pregnancy linked to preterm birth
According to new research, low concentrations of certain long chain fatty acids may be a strong risk factor for preterm birth.
Parents’ mental health affected by neonatal care
New research reveals that 80% of parents whose babies were admitted into neonatal care think that their mental health suffered after their experience.
Probiotics linked to lower risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes
New research suggests that drinking probiotic milk at certain points during pregnancy can influence the chance of mothers having preeclampsia and preterm birth.
Long-term prognosis for extremely premature babies can change ‘rapidly’ post birth, study shows
For extremely preterm infants, changes occur rapidly after birth in terms of long-term prognosis and major neurodevelopmental disability, research finds.
Local investigations into baby deaths have improved, says RCOG
A progress report reveals improvement of local investigations into baby deaths and brain injuries that happened during childbirth.