After the NICU: What Happens Next and How to Prepare
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After the NICU: What Happens Next and How to Prepare

ByMaya

Having a baby spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a marathon-type event. It requires stamina, patience, and courage. Really. What happens after the NICU, though? Once you are home with your baby, what can you do to help prepare for the next steps? Many babies who have been discharged from the…

black and white image of newborn baby hand grasping an adult thumb, typical of palmar grasp newborn reflex
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Why Do Babies Flail Their Arms? All About Newborn Reflexes

ByMaya

Newborns are full of snuggles, wails, and wrinkly skin. They also have a bunch of funny movements. For example, parents may wonder why babies flail their arms out when surprised. These movements relate to the developing nervous system. Newborn reflexes are involuntary movements or positions. And, they begin to develop even before a baby is…