Pregnancy and Neonatal Medicine

It is an open access, peer reviewed,
scholarly journal that focuses on fertility, pregnancy, child birth and neonatal care.

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

We all use different strategies to help us stay calm.
We have a lot of tactile receptors around our mouth.
Bringing your hands to your mouth or hands to the middle helps us stay calm at all ages.

[The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health @LancetChildAdol]

Breastfeeding is essential for optimal child growth, development & health. Where do we stand with reaching the target of 70% global prevalence of exclusive #breastfeeding for infants <6 months by 2030? (1/4)

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

Any sudden sensory input is overwhelming for most of us.
Providing loving nurturing touch is essential in every care giving interaction.
Cherry Bond coined the term "The Five Step Dialogue"
Mary Coughlin introduced the GRACE model.
Stop and think about every sensory interaction.

[Journal of Immune Disorders and Therapy @JournalImmune]

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[Journal of Immune Disorders and Therapy @JournalImmune]

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[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

We have been reading a lot about cool cuddle programs this month.
Holding during Therapeutic Hypothermia treatment.
We are passionate about parents holding, touching and being with their babies.
Is this something that your unit consistently offers?

[ALEXANDRA @_AlexandraGG_]

The idea of an egg being in there like “not you” is sending me lmaooo

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

Today we are super excited because @WAIMH hybrid virtual conference begins.
Emily with @ DeierLA has a poster describing the Lullaby Hour @Imperial a project they are both extremely passionate about.
There are so many inspiring Keynote speakers we can't wait to hear

[Maternal Mental Health Alliance @MMHAlliance]

The pandemic has increased the mental health risks for all new and expectant mums, but not all women have been impacted equally.

Read more about the #MaternalPandemic research: https://t.co/DYLqiz2RUG #RefugeeWeek2021 @Refugee_Women @CentreforMH

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

Best part of Emily's job working with families, talking to babies and learning from my colleagues.
Worst part of Emily's job wearing a disgusting green uniform.
Baby Communication Awareness Week.

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

The vestibular labyrinth begins to form as early as 5 weeks gestation and is considered be be fully formed by 25 weeks.
Like all sensory systems it continues to mature throughout childhood. It is most responsive between 6-12 months of age as we learn to sit, crawl and stand.

[RCPCH @RCPCHtweets]

New online course: Learn the principles of perplexing presentations and fabricated and induced illness, establish appropriate pathways in managing cases, and learn to avoid common pitfalls during diagnosis and when complications arise. Find out more https://t.co/Gtw0iB2b8O

[Pregnancy and Neonatal Medicine @NeonatalAnd]

The journal of #Pregnancy and Neonatal Medicine aims to promote advancement of current knowledge in this field of #Neonatal Medicine. The journal has broad scope and publishes experimental and clinical research, systematic reviews and expert opinions.

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

We all use our sensory systems differently to help stay calm and regulated in life.
Maybe you like to go for a run, swim, read, drink Prosecco.
When you are little you need your parents to help you co-regulate.
Regulating with your siblings works perfectly too.

[TAPS Support @tapssupport]

What mental health services are offered to NICU parents where you are? #tapssupport #tapsisreal #mentalhealthmonday

[Sensory Beginnings @sensorybegin]

Infant Mental Health Week runs from 7- 13 June. The week aims to raise awareness of the importance of babies social and emotional development. #IMHAW2021
Positive sensory experiences promote social and emotional development

[Pregnancy and Neonatal Medicine @NeonatalAnd]

Gradual improvements in the management of sickle cell disease (SCD), have led to an increase in the number of women with SCD who reach the age of procreation. However, evidence on the iron status of #pregnant women with sickle cell disease (PWSCD) remains inconclusive.

[Pregnancy and Neonatal Medicine @NeonatalAnd]

#Obesity is associated to cardiac maladaptation during pregnancy. Obese with HDP-AGA have lower SVI and higher SVRI. Cardiac maladaptation in obese could explain the risk of adverse #pregnancy outcome. It is important to normalize hemodynamic parameters to body surface area.