What Are the Benefits of Early Parental Involvement in the NICU: The Infant’s Point of View
Pierrat, Véronique
What Are the Benefits of Early Parental Involvement in the NICU: The Infant’s Point of View - 2012.
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In the field of prematurity and development, the last decade has seen the emergence of numerous research that led to a better understanding of the mechanisms and neuroanatomical brain lesions associated with pretermbirth. These lesions are diffuse affecting the organizational phase of the central nervous system and the establishment of inter-neuronal connections. They are linked to the deleterious sensory environment which is common for the baby born preterm. Deprivation of parental presence is a defining element of this sensory environment. Several strategies have been developed to provide preterm neonates an environment more suited to their needs and give parents a central place with their baby. The NIDCAP individualized care and developmental program is currently one that discusses things in their greater complexity. It is closely associated with the family-centered care philosophy. Kangaroo care, support for breastfeeding are also strategies that actively involve parents and whose benefits for babies have been demonstrated. Apart from their impact on quality of attachment, the most studied benefits include prevention of pain, sleep deprivation and the development of the preterm baby.
What Are the Benefits of Early Parental Involvement in the NICU: The Infant’s Point of View - 2012.
12
In the field of prematurity and development, the last decade has seen the emergence of numerous research that led to a better understanding of the mechanisms and neuroanatomical brain lesions associated with pretermbirth. These lesions are diffuse affecting the organizational phase of the central nervous system and the establishment of inter-neuronal connections. They are linked to the deleterious sensory environment which is common for the baby born preterm. Deprivation of parental presence is a defining element of this sensory environment. Several strategies have been developed to provide preterm neonates an environment more suited to their needs and give parents a central place with their baby. The NIDCAP individualized care and developmental program is currently one that discusses things in their greater complexity. It is closely associated with the family-centered care philosophy. Kangaroo care, support for breastfeeding are also strategies that actively involve parents and whose benefits for babies have been demonstrated. Apart from their impact on quality of attachment, the most studied benefits include prevention of pain, sleep deprivation and the development of the preterm baby.
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