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FYIs about HIE

Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a diagnosis I see commonly in the NICU. This post goes into detail about what HIE is, how it is identified, and how we treat it. My aim is to provide information, awareness, support and resources around HIE.

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Teasing out torticollis

Torticollis is a common condition that is easily treated if caught early and appropriately addressed. In this first post in our torticollis series we look into what it is, how to identify it, and when to seek services from a healthcare provider.

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What’s my age again?! Breaking down chronological age vs. corrected age in preemies

Understanding how to calculate corrected age vs. chronological age in premature babies can be confusing, but is important to know when looking at developmental milestones and setting expectations for growth. We dive into this using a case study to easily understand ages in preemies.

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Musings about Milestones

Milestone anxiety is a real thing! In this post we break down the importance of using milestones as a guide, not a checklist, and to reference them in order to identify delays and guide intervention, but also remembering to delight in each baby’s individual development!

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