Neonatal Medicine
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Bifidobacteria supplementation regulates newborn immune system
A healthy gut microbiome plays the greatest role in immunological development during the first 3 months post partum.
Guidelines
Skip routine probiotics for preemies, AAP says
The data on their safety and efficacy are inconsistent and the supplements are not subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Conference Coverage
Mother-to-infant COVID-19 transmission is unlikely
Retrospective review supports safety of rooming in for new moms regardless of COVID-19 status.
Perspectives
Perinatal depression and the pediatrician’s role
By screening, tracking, and connecting affected mothers to care and services, you can truly provide “two-generational care” for your youngest...
Conference Coverage
Low-risk preterm infants may not need antibiotics
Identifying risk factors in preterm infants can improve antibiotic stewardship with no increase in adverse effects.
Latest News
Epidural use shows no association with autism spectrum disorder in children
In contrast to a large cohort study published in the same journal last year, a new cohort study finds no link between epidural labor analgesia and...
From the Journals
Microbiota-directed therapy may improve growth rate in malnourished children
“Remedying malnutrition requires more than just ensuring adequate calorie and nutrient intake,” suggests study.
From the Journals
Maternal caffeine consumption, even small amounts, may reduce neonatal size
Compared with women who had caffeine plasma concentrations in the lowest quartile, those in the highest quartile gave birth to neonates with...
From the Journals
Preterm infant supine sleep positioning becoming more common, but racial/ethnic disparities remain
Non-Hispanic Black mothers reported lower rates of supine sleep positioning for both early preterm infants and late preterm infants, compared with...
From the Journals
THC persists in breast milk 6 weeks after quitting cannabis
Detectable levels of THC suggest any use is of concern and no safety thresholds have been established.
From the Journals
Baby born to partially vaccinated mom has COVID-19 antibodies
Testing showed that the antibodies passed through the placenta to the baby.