Very Low Birth Weight
Very low birth weight is a term used to describe babies who are born weighing less than 3 pounds, 4 ounces. It is very rare that babies are born this tiny. Only about 1 in 100 babies born in the U.S. are very low birth weight.
Turner Syndrome in Children
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesA detailed look at Turner syndrome, a genetic disorder that occurs in girls.
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesTransient tachypnea of the newborn is a mild breathing problem. It affects babies during the first hours of life. Transient means it is short-lived. Tachypnea means fast breathing rate. The problem often goes away on its own in about 3 days.
Trisomy 13 and Trisomy 18 in Children
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesTrisomy 13 and trisomy 18 are genetic disorders. They include a combination of birth defects. This includes severe learning problems and health problems that affect nearly every organ in the body.
Thrombocytopenia in the Newborn
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesThrombocytopenia means that a newborn baby has too few platelets in their blood. Platelets are blood cells that help the blood clot. They are made in the bone marrow.
Tests for a Newborn Baby in Intensive Care
in Health Library, Oh, Baby!, ResourcesBabies in the newborn intensive care unit (NICU) undergo regular testing so they get the important care they need. Here are several common lab tests. Ask your baby’s healthcare provider about them.