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Have a premature baby or work with preemies? Learn about preemies and how you can encourage their growth and development.
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Start bonding with your preemie in the NICU! Stop cues tell you baby is disengaged and needs all stimulation to stop. These disengagement cues may include crying, whining, or fussing. Baby needs time to adjust back to a calm state of mind. They may become upset if too much is going on, and baby needs to calm down. Every baby is different, so the amount of time they spend in each state may vary. Read about all the baby cues in the NICU at Pathways.org. #NICU #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips
Start bonding with your preemie in the NICU! Slow cues let you know baby is disengaged and needs a little break from the interaction. These may include frowning, yawning, eyes tightly shut, or refusing eye contact. You don't need to stop playing when you notice these cues but slow down what you're doing. Every baby is different, so the amount of time they spend in each state may vary. Read about the common baby cues in the NICU on Pathways.org. #NICU #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips
Learning your preemies' cues is a great way to start bonding with them in the NICU and will prepare you for when you bring them home. Up first are Go cues! These cues let you know baby is engaged, so you can continue what you're doing. These engagement cues include wide eyes, a happy face, and open hands. Every baby is different, so the amount of time they spend in each state may vary. Read about all the common baby cues in the NICU at Pathways.org. #NICU #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips

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What are baby's "Stop" cues in the NICU?
Start bonding with your preemie in the NICU! Stop cues tell you baby is disengaged and needs all stimulation to stop. These disengagement cues may include crying, whining, or fussing. Baby needs time to adjust back to a calm state of mind. They may become upset if too much is going on, and baby needs to calm down. Every baby is different, so the amount of time they spend in each state may vary. Read about all the baby cues in the NICU at Pathways.org. #NICU #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips
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What are baby's "Slow" cues in the NICU?
Start bonding with your preemie in the NICU! Slow cues let you know baby is disengaged and needs a little break from the interaction. These may include frowning, yawning, eyes tightly shut, or refusing eye contact. You don't need to stop playing when you notice these cues but slow down what you're doing. Every baby is different, so the amount of time they spend in each state may vary. Read about the common baby cues in the NICU on Pathways.org. #NICU #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips
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What are baby's "Go" cues in the NICU?
Learning your preemies' cues is a great way to start bonding with them in the NICU and will prepare you for when you bring them home. Up first are Go cues! These cues let you know baby is engaged, so you can continue what you're doing. These engagement cues include wide eyes, a happy face, and open hands. Every baby is different, so the amount of time they spend in each state may vary. Read about all the common baby cues in the NICU at Pathways.org. #NICU #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips
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Is Baby Premature?
A baby is premature, also known as preterm or preemie, if they are born before 37 weeks. Corrected age or adjusting for prematurity means you are tracking your child’s milestones not by their actual age but by the age they would be if they had been born on their due date. The corrected or adjusted age gives you a better idea of how your baby is tracking with their milestones. Use the FREE Pathways.org Baby Milestones app to adjust for prematurity and milestones. #premature #babymilestones
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What are Matches and Mismatches in the NICU?
Matches and mismatches in the NICU! Matches occur when you give baby what they need to calm down. Mismatches occur when you aren't giving baby exactly what they need AT THAT MOMENT. These occur far more often than matches, which is normal, especially since baby can't talk yet. Visit Pathways.org for more information like this and free resources for you and baby. #NICU #alertness #babymilestones #newborncues
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Is Your NICU Baby Calm?
During the day, newborn babies move through states of alertness. In the Quiet Alert state, baby is quiet and calm, with eyes wide open. They enjoy being cuddled and seem to hear and see what is happening around them. This is the best time to play with a newborn baby! Try out baby games with your little one during this time. Download the FREE Pathways.org Baby Milestones App for game recommendations that are perfect for baby’s age and abilities. #NICU #alertness #babymilestones #newborncues
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Is Your NICU Baby Sleepy?
During the day, newborn babies move through states of alertness. Drowsy state occurs when baby is waking up from sleep. You can tell baby is in this state if it looks like they could go back to sleep. Their eyes may or may not be closed in the drowsy state. Don’t play with baby when they are in the drowsy state, as they need sleep and won’t be engaged or react to the game. Visit Pathways.org to learn more and access free baby cues resources. #NICU #alertness #babymilestones #newborncues
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Is Your NICU Baby Moving Around A Lot?
Learning your preemies’ cues is a great way to start bonding with them in the NICU. During the day, newborn babies move through states of alertness. Active alert means baby’s eyes are open, and they’re moving around a lot. They may seem uncomfortable, fussy, tired, or hungry. This is not the best time to play, but you can soothe baby in this state. Read about all the common baby cues in the NICU on Pathways.org. #NICU #alertness #babymilestones #newborncues #babytips
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September is NICU Awareness Month
September is NICU Awareness Month! Whether baby is born prematurely or needs special medical attention after they are born, they may need to spend some time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, also called the NICU. This month, we will focus on all topics related to the NICU and how to prepare for baby's life after the NICU. Follow along and visit Pathways.org for more information and free resources for you and baby. #NICUawareness #NICU #babydevelopment #premature #neonatalcare
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How to Bond with Your Baby in the NICU
Bonding with your NICU baby helps your little one feel safe, secure, and loved. Try these activities to bond with baby during their hospital stay. Read the Pathways.org blog for activity ideas to #NICU #preemie #prematurebaby #newparents #babybonding #NICUbaby #neonatal
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Why are Baby's States of Alertness in the NICU Important?
What is your NICU baby trying to tell you? Knowing preemie cues will help you know when they're ready to play or if they need to rest. Watch full video at Pathways.org. #NICU #NICUbaby #NICUnurse #preemie #prematurebaby #feedingbaby #babytips #newbornbaby #neonatal #pediatrics
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7 Signs Your NICU Baby is Hungry
How do you now if your NICU baby is hungry? Check out these 7 cues to help you know when it's ready to feed your little one. #NICU #NICUbaby #NICUnurse #preemie #prematurebaby #feedingbaby #babytips #newbornbaby
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What is the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit? Learn More About the NICU
Usually if baby needs medical support after birth, they will go to the neonatal intensive care unit, also known as the NICU. Find out why baby would be in the NICU and how you can help care for baby while they're hospitalized. #NICU #NICUbaby #NICUparents #preemie #prematurebaby #babyhealth #pediatrics
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Become the expert on your NICU baby’s cues!
NICU babies communicate in a special way! Your 25 week old baby is communicating with you. Your 30 week old baby is telling you what they need. Focusing on your baby’s cues can clue you into whether you can approach your baby for gentle interaction, or whether your baby needs some help coping with their environment.#nicubaby #NICU #prematurebaby #NICUmom #NICUawarenessmonth #momlife #momtips #mom #nicunurse #prematurityawarenessmonth #OT