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The red hat pathway: reducing avoidable NNU admissions for hypoglycaemia

Posted on April 16, 2019 by

Although untreated neonatal hypoglycaemia may be a cause of long-term harm, anticipatory management of at-risk babies (eg with thermoregulation and feeding support) can prevent many unnecessary admissions. Staff at the NNU at Evelina London Children’s Hospital implemented the ‘red hat … Continue reading →

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Quality improvement in the NICU: increasing the use of own mother’s milk

Posted on April 16, 2019 by

Human milk (HM), particularly own mother’s milk (OMM), is one of the highest impact, low cost interventions in the medical field with research constantly finding new and more impressive data to support this. OMM should be considered a medical intervention … Continue reading →

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A Typology of Breastfeeding Mothers of Preterm Infants:A Qualitative Analysis

Posted on January 29, 2019 by

Breastfeeding is an important element of motherhood with a preterm infant, but the role of maternal emotions in relation to breastfeeding is vague. The purpose of this  qualitative study was  to describe maternal emotions regarding and insights into breastfeeding during the first … Continue reading →

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Know the Flow: Milk Flow Rates From Bottle Nipples Used in the Hospital and After Discharge

Posted on January 29, 2019 by

Milk flow rate may play an important role in an infant’s ability to safely and efficiently coordinate sucking, swallowing, and breathing during feeding. The purpose of this study was to test milk flow rates from bottle nipples used in the … Continue reading →

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Specialised milk feeds for term and preterm infants

Posted on August 14, 2018 by

Good nutrition is important at all stages of life but none more so than during infancy. The aim of this article is to provide a summary of the nutritional qualities of breast milk, breast milk fortifier and the various types … Continue reading →

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Feeding Intervals in Premature Infants ≤1750 g: An Integrative Review

Posted on June 13, 2018 by

The timely establishment of enteral feeds and a reduction in the number of feeding interruptions are key to achieving optimal nutrition in premature infants. Nutritional guidelines vary widely regarding feeding regimens and there is not a widely accepted consensus on … Continue reading →

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Does Changing Newborn Bath Procedure Alter Newborn Temperatures and Exclusive Breastfeeding?

Posted on February 26, 2018 by

Abstract Purpose: This evidence-based practice project evaluated effects of changing timing/character of initial newborn baths on infant temperatures and breastfeeding status. Background: The hospital protocol for initial bathing procedures was updated: immersion baths; 12 hours postpartum; family included. Methods: Staff … Continue reading →

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