NICU Follow-up Archives - Pediatrics Nationwide

Novel Intervention Helps Infants With Cerebral Palsy Develop Arm and Hand Function

A new NIH-funded randomized controlled trial shows that an intervention combining a patented soft restraint harness, therapist coaching and parent training increases reach smoothness, fine motor skills and tactile sensation in the more-affected upper extremity. For the first time in infants with CP under 2, a clinical trial of this type of intervention was shown to also be safe for the tactile processing of the restrained extremity, and for the development of other motor skills.

August 12, 2020 | Written by Abbie Roth

THRIVING After Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia

How a chronic care model for BPD has revolutionized outcomes

April 10, 2020 | Written by Abbie Roth

Neonatology, NICU Follow-up, Pulmonary Medicine

Primary Care Provider Guide to Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Follow Up

October 22, 2018 | Written by Nationwide Children's

General Pediatrics, NICU Follow-up

What Happens When Opioid-Exposed Babies Go Home?

Follow-up for babies with NAS or prenatal opioid exposure is essential for understanding risks and outcomes.

October 22, 2018 | Written by Abbie Roth

Neonatology, NICU Follow-up

Mapping the Journey to Optimal Health for NICU Graduates

Babies born preterm need ongoing, specialized care to help them thrive after discharge from the hospital. Innovative programs are being designed to ensure that they get that care.