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November 2008 Playroom

So mad for my friend

Matt was in his med school program with a guy named Chris and I got to know his wife Trisha pretty w...

March 2009 Playroom

My Pal Violet/Scout

Are any of you getting this? We bought one for Jena today, It was either on sale or marked down at...

November 2008 Playroom

go to hideaway please.....

I posted a thread in hideaway. I need advice. Thanks!...

May 2008 Playroom

Pics of my big boy

Well while we were visiting family last week my good friend cut Austin's hair :( I really didn't wan...

July 2008 Playroom

Hmmm...

I thought this was interesting. My friend just got back from her son's 4 month check up. Here pedi e...

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Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) and Preemies

Necrotizing enterorcolitis is a gastrointestinal illness that mostly affects premature babies.  Enterocolitis refers to the small and large intestines and necrotizing means tissue death.  Because NEC results in the death of gastrointestinal tissue, it is a very serious concern for a premature baby.  It is more common in preemies that weigh 3 lbs 5 oz (1,500 grams) or less, but it can also affect other high risk infants. What causes necrotizing enterocolitis? Although it is not entirely clear what causes necrotizing enterocolitis, there are some theories about what
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Surviving the NICU

No one ever dreams about giving birth to a child who needs to spend time in the NICU. Unfortunately, it can and does happen. This article is for moms and family members to help survive the roller coaster of emotions involved with a child staying in a NICU.
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