It might feel like just yesterday that you were in the neonatal unit with your baby. After leaving the hospital, you might have had many appointments to check your baby’s growth or relied on community help and your paediatrician⍰ or family doctor. Understanding any challenges your baby might face can help you support them better in their early years.
This section looks at how preterm babies develop differently to full-term babies. You can find information on how to track your baby's growth and milestones, understand age definitions, and discover typical developmental paths for preterm babies.
GFCNI
Global Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants
GFCNI works to improve newborn health by advocating for high-quality, accessible, and equitable care, long-term follow-up, and continuing care for both mother and infant in each region of the world.
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