Using exercise programs that help boost motor skills can help reduce problems with impulse control and aid cognitive development in children born preterm. Read More
Stress and depression during pregnancy can affect the fetus' sex and increase the risk of preterm birth. Mothers who experienced physical and psychological stress during pregnancy were less likely to have a baby boy. During pregnancy, the fetuses of stressed mothers had reduced heart rate movement coupling, indicating slower central nervous system development. Read More
A new study reports the brains of baby boys born prematurely are affected differently and more severely than premature females. Read More
Preterm birth has significant and selective effects on functional networks in the frontal lobe, researchers report. Read More
It has been well known for a number of years that placing a baby to sleep on their stomachs increases the risk of SIDS. Researchers report a developmental abnormality more prevalent in premature and male babies, may contribute to SIDS risk, in conjunction to the sleep position. Read More
Researchers report motor problems associated with preterm birth could be due to defects in peripheral nerves. Read More
A new study reports Sirt1 can help glial cells to regenerate from progenitor cells in preterm babies with hypoxia related injuries. Read More
A new study reports children born prematurely show less interest in other people compared to babies born full-term. Read More
A new study reports preterm babies could be at increased risk of psychological and neurological problems due to weakened connections in certain brain networks linked to emotion, attention and communication. Read More
According to a new study, pregnant women who take SSRI antidepressants have lower risks of certain pregnancy complications. However, there is an increased risk of neonatal problems associated with mothers who take the medications. Read More
A new study indicates adults who were born prematurely are more likely to display certain signs of autism and be more socially withdrawn than those who were born full term. Read More
According to a new study, researchers find less brain connectivity between the thalamus and areas of the brain involved in higher cognitive functions in preterm babies. Read More
