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• Apnea of Prematurity for Parents

  
  

  Apnea of prematurity (AOP) is a condition in which premature infants stop breathing for more than 15 to 20 seconds during sleep. AOP usually goes away on its own as a baby matures.

• Gastroschisis for Parents

  
  

  Gastroschisis is when a baby is born with the intestines, and sometimes other organs, sticking out through a hole in the belly wall near the umbilical cord.

• Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) for Parents

  
  

  Babies who are born prematurely or who experience respiratory problems shortly after birth are at risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), sometimes called chronic lung disease.

• Your Newborn's Growth for Parents

  
  

  A newborn's growth and development is measured from the moment of birth. Find out if your baby's size is normal, and what to expect as your baby grows.

• How Will I Know if My Child Has Trouble Hearing? for Parents

  
  

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Ultrasound: Head for Parents

  
  

  Doctors order head ultrasounds when there's a concern about neurological problems in an infant.

• Recreational Drugs and Pregnancy for Parents

  
  

  Drug use during pregnancy can cause many problems, both in the mother and baby.

• Health Care Providers: Registered Dietitians (RDs) for Parents

  
  

  A registered dietitian works with patients and families to give dietary support, create nutrition plans, talk about healthy lifestyle choices, and manage many conditions.

• Meconium Aspiration Syndrome (MAS) for Parents

  
  

  Meconium aspiration can happen before, during, or after labor and delivery when a newborn inhales a mixture of meconium and amniotic fluid. Although it can be serious, most cases are not.

• Treatments to Prevent Premature Birth for Parents

  
  

  Some women are more likely than others to go into labor early. Find out what doctors can do to help prevent or delay early labor.