Question 1

if a preemie newborn (1 or 2 weeks old) gets a low grade temp (99 ) following an immunization, can you give them tylenol (acetaminophen)?

Accepted Answer

What for?: Temperature of 99 f is not regarded as fever.  Watch for significant change in infant's general well being.

Question 2

is it safe to masturbate if you have a risk of preemie?

Accepted Answer

Feels good so do it: Am assuming that you are an expectant mother with risk of premature completeion of pregnancy. Masturbation should be safe unless you experience any uterine contractions when you achieve orgasm. Uterine contractions would be a contraindiaction. No problem if you aren't pregnant.

Question 3

my 3 wk preemie has been doing a lot of straining and crying while straining the dr. told me to give her a tsp of clear karo syrup in a half oz of water wanted to know if that was safe she has soft po?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Karo syrup is safe and effect, brings fluid into the intestines and helps her not to strain.

Question 4

what does "preemie" mean?

Accepted Answer

A baby born early: Any baby born before 37 weeks is considered a "preemie" or premature baby.  There is a huge range in how well preemies do, however, depending on how early they are.

Question 5

how does a preemie get nec?

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NEC: Although the exact etiology of necrotizing enterocolitis (nec) remains unknown, research suggests multiple factors - inefficient blood circulation; infectious agents like bacteria, viruses, and fungi; immaturity and dysfunction of the immune system. Regardless of the triggering mechanisms, the resultant outcome is significant inflammation of the intestinal tissues.

Question 6

how do i know if my preemie is developing correctly?

Accepted Answer

Modified scale: Motor development is the most common gauge we use for infant development.Charts used to assess motor skills are based on babies born at term.In premi's we adjust the expectations by how many weeks they were early. For example, tripod sitting for a few seconds is expected in term infants by 6m or 6m+wks premi for premi's.By 18-24m they seem to catch up. They should check this at ur checkups.

Question 7

is it possible for a preemie to not be behind (emotionally, socially, physically)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As preemies grow up, they certainly can mature and at some point experience no delays. They are , unfortunately at higher risk for problems in this are which may be mitigated by early stimulation therapy intervention. Discuss questions with your pediatrician.

Question 8

i want to see the closest thing to a preemie. what are they like?

Accepted Answer

Small Babies: Preemies are small babies. Their size depends on the gestational age.

Question 9

when should a preemie be circumcised?

Accepted Answer

Depends on variables: This procedure, if desired, can be delayed until the kid is stable enough to consider discharge to home care.It can be done around the time of discharge by the method preferred by the physician doing the procedure. I usually do it the day prior to scheduled discharge. In some cases, other issues like a hypospadias might require a delay until much older, when corrective surgery can be scheduled.

Question 10

is it possible to breastfeed a preemie?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's actually, most of the time, the best way to feed a preemie.  Ones who need a feeding tube still benefit from breast milk and intimate contact even if they can't actually suckle.

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