CHARLOTTE — Research consistently shows that one of the most powerful things you can do for a baby is read to them, supporting early brain development, language skills, and emotional bonding. At ...

In the soft hum of the NICU, a mother’s voice can reach farther than anyone might imagine. For babies born weeks too early, those gentle words, stories, or lullabies are more than comforting. A new ...

Music may have a healing effect on babies who are in the NICU Getty Music therapy in the NICU involves singing, humming, and guitar playing while closely monitoring a baby's vital signs Experts say ...

The last trimester of pregnancy is a thrilling time for mothers because they will soon meet their baby. Although many preparations have been made, sometimes not everything can go according to plan.

Why do some premature babies suffer brain damage and others not? A new study led by paediatrician and neonatologist Dr Fleur Camfferman (VUB/UZ Brussel) takes us closer to the answer. By examining not ...

During intensive care after preterm births, babies can experience low oxygen in their tissue and cells—or hypoxia. Hypoxia is linked to poor brain health outcomes and life-long memory issues, but the ...

Why do some premature babies suffer brain damage and others not? A new study led by pediatrician and neonatologist Dr. Fleur ...

Premature babies thrive thanks to the power of touch, suggests new research. Originally published on talker.news, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.