Irish Premature Babies

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https://www.hippocraticpost.com/australasia/stillborn-and-preterm-statistics-for-covid-19-first-wave/ Interesting research. The research of 52 million births from 26 countries, published in Nature Human Behavior, reported a 3-4 per cent reduction overall in preterm births, averting almost 50,000 preterm pregnancies during the first month of lockdown alone. But the decrease in preterm births was limited to only high-income countries including Australia. The International Perinatal Outcomes in the Pandemic (iPOP) Study, one of the largest such studies of its kind, involved 167 collaborators across 42 countries. Murdoch Children’s Research Institute co-led the project alongside The Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, University of Manitoba, The University of Edinburgh and UNSW Sydney. #preemiefamily #preterm #prematurebabiesawareness #neonatolgy #neonatal #prematurity #earlybaby #earlybabies #premature #research #nicuparents #nann #NICU https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpvrxnaqzb2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I never really understood the word hope until I had my preterm baby. At one point we were told the next 24 hours were crucial if our baby would survive. It was so hard to keep desperation and shock at bay. It felt like our world was falling apart. The staff were absolutely incredible that night, they kept us sane. Although the memories are still so vivid , their support shines through like a torch in the darkness . I think it was hope that got us threw that day and other hurdles. Before that day hope was just a word but it became something much more after night. #irishnurses #nicustaff #neonatalstaff #neonatalogists #doctors #irishprematurebabies #hospitalstaff #preterm #prematurity (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpU773Tq0Pw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I think we all have bragging rights when it comes to our preterm babies. They are pretty incredible. #instaireland #preterm #prematurity #nicumiracle #nicustrong #nicubabies #irishprematurebabies #irishtwins #NICU #neonatolgy (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpOLN3FqZsU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Can you imagine delivering preterm twins outside a medical environment. It happened so fast': Emma's twins were born on side of the road in rural NSW at just 26 weeks gestation. https://honey.nine.com.au/parenting/premature-babies-nsw-twins-incredible-roadside-birth-at-26-weeks/d1213cd1-cf48-4bc6-899c-4e25c3878cdc #preterm #pretermbaby #pretermbirth #earlybaby #neonatolgy #prematurebabiesawareness #prematurity #NICU #twins #neonatal #nicumomma (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpAw-VbKhb4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It's that fearlessness that helps our tiniest babies fight against so many obstacles. #nicustrong #nicuwarrior #nicuwarriors #heroes #myhero #nicubaby #preterm #prematurity #irishprematurebabies (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co-WOI9qwQ7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It's the day we are suppose to express our love for that special person in our life. Most of us have that special preterm baby or child, realistically there is no stronger love. Whether you are heading out or sitting in with a cuppa or a glass of vino, have a lovely evening. #valentines #stvalentin #preterm #Love #loveforever #lovestory #NICU #nann #prematurity #neonatolgy #neonatal #irishprematurebabies #irish (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cop1hbbq3TG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Whether you are a parent or a preterm baby, we all need support and comfort. We need to know that someone will be there for us during those difficult times. It's not a journey to travel alone. #preterm #pretermlabor #prematurebabiesawareness #picu #NICU #nicubabies #neonatology #ireland_gram #irishprematurebabies (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CofyjRJKkpc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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1lb 2 oz, born at 22 weeks and spent almost a year in hospital. A big one now and hopefully will come off all mechanical ventilation. There were 2 siblings at home which inevitably is extremely difficult for younger children to be separated from their mum and vice versa. Hopefully their new journey together is easier. https://eu.statesman.com/story/news/healthcare/2023/02/06/premature-baby-born-22-weeks-st-david-medical-center-austin/69856746007/ #preterm #earlybaby #pretermbirth #pretermbaby #nicuparents #neonatolgy #NICU #specialneedsfamily #ireland #preemie #preemiefamily (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cobr-LkqMCj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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When you deliver early, you might not see your baby before they are taken away to the NICU. Sometimes the mother is very sick or unconscious. The NICU staff are lovely as they send a photo up to you in recovery. I remember being allowed down to the NICU after a day. It was then I realised the photographs were close up. I could only see one arm and 2 little legs, all of 2lb. Initially it's shocking but then you realise that these tiny little babies are absolute warriors. My hero became my 2lb baby and years later, I still feel the same. #ourprematurebabies #nicuwarriors #nicu warrior #hero #heroes #preterm #prematurity #irishprematurebabies #neonatolgy #pretermbirth #pretermbaby https://www.instagram.com/p/CoNrYQJqOsE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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My first birth was a preterm birth. I wasn't expecting an early labour, like so many of us. I definitely wasn't expecting to feel such intense love for this little tiny person covered in wires, tubes and masks. They lite a light inside my heart that I never felt before. That intensity helps you battle through the darkest of days. #preterm #pretermbaby #earlybaby #newborns #nicu #motherhood #irishbaby #love #newparents #newmom (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoHkSSTqnFk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I met an preterm mum whose baby was born early 30 years ago. That baby is now all grown up and engaged to be married. I could still see that extraordinary awe we all have as parents of preterm. We stay proud parents forever. #preterm #prematurebaby #premmiebaby #nicubabies #proudmom #proudmommy #prematurity #irishprematurebabies #grownup (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoFmKOcqVnh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Prof O’Keeffe, who was a consultant ophthalmic surgeon at the Mater, in Temple Street and the Rotunda. He looked after so many preterm babies over his career. He would visit the NICU's at time and preform procedures. He was a wonderful gentleman and an outstanding doctor. I had the pleasure of meeting him several times in Clinic's. The man was a legend and spoke so passionately about his patients. His loss will touch so many. https://m.independent.ie/irish-news/tributes-paid-to-pioneering-eye-surgeon-prof-michael-okeeffe-after-his-death-42315877.html #hse #templestreet #eyeclinic #doctor #departmentofhealth #rotundanicu #materhospital #materprivate #preterm #prematurity (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoAorP3KDI9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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We would like to wish each and everyone a happy new year. May happiness, health and the ability to pay our heating bills come to fruition in 2023. Have a good day, and see you all in 2023. #2023 #newyear #happynewyear #ireland #preterm #prematurity #celebration #neonatology #neonatal #prematurebabiesawareness #nicustrong #nicumiracles #nicustrong (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm1HBdFK3jJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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If you find yourself in the NICU or a children's hospital this Christmas, Santa will visit and keep a magical eye on all the babies and children. Don't forget that some pretty amazing medical staff will be there 24/7 looking after your little one. #Christmas #christmasvibes #christmasmagic #christmasinthenicu #christmaseve #preterm #prematurebabiesawareness #prematurity #Ireland #ireland_gram (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cmj7j_QqMlj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I hope yesterday went well for you and it was not too emotional. We have always known how important a parents role is their baby's development. You only have to look at the monitors to see how calm they become when we do skin to skin. Your presence, your touch, your voice, your smell, is just as important as any other therapy or treatment. You are a fundamental part of your baby's wellbeing. #Ireland #preterm #worldprematurityday # https://www.instagram.com/p/ClHaFbVqaIv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Today is World Prematurity Day. Today is about increasing awareness of prematurity. Today we stand united around the world. This year's focus is on the introduction of skin to skin immediately after birth. The message to be conveyed is " A parents embrace is a powerful therapy"  In IPB we have been massive advocates of  skin to skin care since 2009. Research has documented its powerful effects on preterm babies and parents. The WHO is pushing the message today across the globe.  Preterm babies and parents both thrive with skin to skin care. #worldprematurityday #worldprematurityday2022 #Ireland #skintoskin #kangaroocare #preterm #neonatolgy #pretermbirth #prematurity #prematurityawareness #neonatal #nicu #nicunurses #nicuparents (at Ireland (country)) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClD40tgqmKH/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Thank you to all those who worked to facilitate the new NICU in Crumlin hospital. #prematurebabiesawareness #pretermbirthadvocacy #chi #childrenhealthcare #irishbaby #irishpretermbabies #irishtwins . Hopefully the parents room we created is still there and comfortable. (at Dublin, Ireland) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClBc6RTK0LT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=