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Premature Infant

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Learning about prematurity:	Reference What is premature birth? Reference What can I expect before and after delivery? Reference Why is a premature infant so fragile? Reference What kinds of health problems can a premature infant have? Reference How can I cope with my feelings about my fragile baby?
Getting treatment:	Reference What can I expect in the NICU? Reference What can I expect if I have a very premature infant?
Ongoing concerns:	Reference How can I best prepare for my baby's homecoming? Reference What should I expect during my baby's first few weeks at home? Reference Will my premature infant grow and develop normally?

By:	Reference Healthwise Staff	Last Revised: Reference April 14, 2011
Medical Review:	Reference Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine Reference John Pope, MD - Pediatrics

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