So your child couldn't wait to join you in the big world and decided to make a grand entrance! when your baby ispremature, or "preemies", are in good company - approx.
A premature birth is a birth that occurs at least three weeks before the expected due date at week 40, that is, before week 37 of pregnancy. That is, "premature" is an interval.
The areas of preterm labor are called:
- Extremely premature (before 28 weeks)
- very early (28 to 32 weeks)
- moderate preterm labor (32 to 34 weeks)
- late preterm (34 to 37 weeks)
You may also hear the term "periable labor," which reportedly refers to birth between 20 and 26 weeks.American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
How early your baby is born makes a difference in what type of procedures they may need. The sooner a little one leaves, the greater the chance that someonecomplications. Every week of pregnancy makes a difference in survival when it comes to premature babies.
Doctors don't always know why a baby is born premature, and they can't always prevent it. Also, research on the survival rates of premature babies is very extensive.
Results vary widely by country, maternal factors, and infants.birth weight. But I'm suresurvival ratefor extremely premature babies without neurodevelopmental problems has improved since the year 2000.
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A baby born between 20 and 26 weeks is considered dangerous, or is born during the window in which the fetus has a chance to survive outside the womb. Such babies are called "micro-premature."
a baby bornBefore24 weeks has less than 50% chance of survival, experts sayUniversity of Utah Health.
Consequently, however
Extremely premature births can put you and your baby through some difficult times (and decisions) together. Fortunately, progress is being mademedicinemeans that even the smallest babies are likely to grow and get strongerNeonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU).
About 40 percent of babies born after 24 weeks have health problems, says theIrish Alliance for Newborn Health. Some of these complications can occur right away, while others occur later in life.
The risks for a baby born this early include complications related to:
skin and heat
Your child needs to go into an incubator (such as a portable womb) right away to keep him warm. Babies born so early did not have a chance to developbrown fat– the kind just under the skin that keeps them warm. HisAltoit will also be extremely thin and delicate.
breathing
A babylower lungand the airways don't start to develop until the 24th week. A baby born at this time will need help breathing. This could mean little tubes going up their noses as they grow in the incubator.
vision
At around 24 weeks in the womb, the baby's eyes are still closed. Their eyelids and eyes are not yet developed enough to open them. Your baby's eyes will need to be covered with soft cotton or gauze to protect them from light while vision develops.
In some cases, the baby's eyes may not grow as they should, which can causevision problems or even blindness.
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Surprisingly, an extremely premature baby already has fully developed ears. Your baby can hear you from approx.18 weeksThe pregnancy! However, even at 24 weeks, your little one's eardrums are still very delicate and sensitive. Some babies born this early may haveHard of hearing or deafness.
other problems
Some extremely premature babies may haveproblems that affect the brainand the nervous system as they age. Some of them are serious. Complications includecerebral palsy, learning disabilities and behavior problems.
If your baby is born at 26 weeks, it is still considered "extremely premature." But for a developing baby, many things can improve within a few weeks of pregnancy, increasing the chances of survival.
An 89% survival rate was found for babies born at 26 weeks.
One big difference that contributes to greater survival at 26 weeks vs. 24 weeks is your baby's lung development. Around 26 weeks ofthe pregnancyAs your baby grows, the lower part of his lungs grows and develops small air sacs called alveoli.alveoli.
Your baby will still be too young to breathe on his own, but his lungs will be more developed and strong. Your child still needs to be in an incubator to warm up with breathing tubes so he can bathe in vital oxygen.
One20 percent of babiesBabies born at 26 weeks may still have some health problems as they grow. This can include problems with:
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- Learn
- Comprehension
- to behave
- social skills
Babies born at 26 weeks can also develop heart problems.
A baby born after28 weeksIt's considered "very premature," but it has a huge advantage over babies who are born only 2-4 weeks early. This is because their vital organs, such as the heart and lungs, are much more developed.
According to the University of Utah Health, the survival rate of your baby80 to 90 percentat 28 weeks. Some clinical trials have even more promising data showing survival rates.94 percentmi
Fair10 percentof babies born at 28 weeks are at risk of long-term complications. This may include:
- labored breathing
- infections
- digestive problems
- blood problems
- kidney problems
- Brainand problems with the nervous system, such asseizures
What a difference a few weeks in the womb makes! Babies born between 30 and 32 weeks, although still considered premature, have at least one
If your baby is born between the ages of 34 and36 weeksThey belong to a new category called late preterm babies. This is the most common type of premature baby. It is also the least risky because your baby has more time to grow and develop inside you.
In fact, good news, there is a premature baby who was born at 34-36 weeks.
Still, your 34- to 36-week baby may be smaller and a bit more delicate than a 40-week or full-term baby. Your doctor may recommend that they stay in an incubator at the hospital for a week or two so they can rest and grow a bit before going home.
If your baby is born prematurely, there are several factors that affect your survival rate and your health as you age. Another week or two in the womb can make a world of difference for your baby.
Medical advances in the care of premature babies mean better outcomes and more peace of mind for parents. Although each week in the womb gives you more confidence, it's important to know that your premature baby's chances of survival increase each year.