Accurate growth assessments require plotting infant data on a growth chart as well as monitoring the change in z-score values over time. Growth charts improve the growth assessment in each individual ...

Early nutrition in very preterm infants does not significantly impact brain growth or neurodevelopment when following standardized clinical guidelines, despite initial unadjusted associations.

To improve the postdischarge growth of exclusively breastfed preterm infants, born weighing ≤1.8 kg, by using breast milk fortifier (BMF) supplements postdischarge until 48 weeks’ gestational age. A ...

Calculate the ideal weight for your baby and know your baby’s weight chart with Medindia's Infant weight calculator.

Background: Formula-fed preterm infants require nutrient-enriched formulas with optimized protein levels to support growth and neurodevelopment. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety, ...

The parents of a newborn who died months after birth are suing a Florida hospital, alleging a worker broke the baby's neck, killing her.

Learn about the complications that preterm babies can get and the kind of care they need, including treatment in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Here's the average baby weight and length at various stages, including what to expect in terms of growth charts, milestones, and tips for monitoring your baby's development.