Preemie Growth & Development

One of the first questions many parents ask after a premature birth is: “How much should my baby weigh?” Premature babies are born before 37 weeks of pregnancy, and their birth weights can vary widely depending on how early they arrive. Understanding typical preemie birth weights by gestational age can help parents better understand their baby’s size, development, and what […]

One common practice in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is fortifying breast milk. Premature babies often have very different nutritional needs compared to full-term infants. Because they are born before their bodies have fully matured, many preemies require additional nutrients to support growth and development. For parents who are pumping milk for their premature baby, this can raise an