Your premature baby looks very small and weak. You will feel pain when looking at him and the devices surrounding his body. You are not even able to hold it like other mothers do with their babies. Also, you won''t be able to take him home with you once he''s born, but the nurses will take care of him.
Unfortunately, many mothers think that their children do not need them at this time. And that they are not able to offer them anything but supplication.
On the contrary, a premature baby needs more than others the care and tenderness of his mother. The "Medical Center" has summarized the most important advice provided by doctors and psychologists to guide the mother of a premature baby in ways to take care of her newborn from the first moment until he reaches the safe position.
Breastfeeding aid
Premature babies are initially unable to breastfeed, so it is helpful to express milk from your breast to give it to your baby through a tube. It is known that expressing milk in such a situation ensures a good flow of milk later when the child becomes larger and stronger, and is able to suck the milk on its own.
Keep breathing steady
Many premature babies suffer from shortness of breath after birth Because the lung is not fully mature until the last weeks of pregnancy. In this case, a ventilator or a mechanical breathing device is used to push the air into and out of the premature baby''s lungs, until their lungs are fully developed.
If your child returns home with an oxygen tube, you should monitor him closely, and always communicate with your child''s doctor, who will tell you the best ways to successfully overcome this stage, and give you information about dealing with an oxygen tube at home.
The mother should not be afraid to ask questions or ask for help Because any problem that obstructs her child''s breathing will pose a threat to his life.
Keep it warm
A premature baby does not have enough fat under his skin, which causes him to lose heat very quickly. Try to provide warmth for your child, and keep him away from cold or sudden flashes of air Because if he catches a cold, he refrains from breastfeeding and his blood sugar level s. Accordingly, most premature babies are placed immediately after birth in incubators that provide warmth for them.
Protect it from germs
A premature baby is not able to resist diseases, especially those that affect his breathing. You can take some steps to lower this risk while waiting for your child''s immunity to increase. Keep it away from crowds, people with coughs and colds. Ask people to wash their hands before carrying it.
Make sure your child is vaccinated on time. He must be vaccinated on the same day as other children, regardless of his premature birth.
Give him love
You can make your baby feel safe with the cuddly technique. It means cuddling your baby in his crib, by placing one hand under his head and the other hand under his back or on his stomach. Keep your hands firm, with a soft, firm touch. A cuddly embrace helps your child respond if he or she becomes stressed during treatment or medical exams.
When your child''s health improves, he will be able to enjoy the "kangaroo" technique, by placing it on your chest so that your skin touches together. You can also do this by putting it under your shirt. This technique will make your child feel safe, help in strengthening the bond between you and stimulate his development. It also aids in the production of milk in the breast and helps both of you in a successful breastfeeding journey.
