babies

Calcium absorption by breastfeeding babies could be key to treating osteoporosis in the elderly

New research reveals the mechanism that allows breastfeeding babies to absorb large amounts of calcium and build healthy bones--a discovery that could lead to treatment for osteoporosis and other bone...

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Akron professor receives NSF grant to help premature babies breathe

It's that sound we hear when healthy babies are born, just seconds after delivery -- a gasp of air, perhaps even a cry, as a newborn inflates its lungs for...

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Lab-grown brain organoids and the brains of preemie babies generate similar electrical impulses

Brain organoids — also called mini-brains — are 3D cellular models that represent aspects of the human brain in the laboratory. Brain organoids help researchers track human development, unravel the...

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Are Caesarean-Born Babies More At Risk Of Developing Autism?

Scientists joined to study caesarean births linking to the development of autism in babies, and here's what doctors say. Source link

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Probiotic helps breast-fed babies beat antibiotic-resistant germs, study says

Researchers at UC Davis say they were able to dramatically reduce the number of antibiotic-resistant germs in breast-fed newborns' intestines by giving them a daily dose of probiotic for just...

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Dog training for babies? Only if you want to raise kids who are anxious and unsympathetic

Despite calls to cancel the programme, Channel 4 aired its new documentary "Train Your Baby Like a Dog" on August 20. To give a brief synopsis of the show, an...

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Vulnerable Preemie Babies Often Behind On Vaccines

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Vulnerable Preemie Babies Often Behind On Vaccines

Title: Vulnerable Preemie Babies Often Behind On VaccinesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/7/2019 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 8/7/2019 12:00:00 AM Source link

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Purpose Of Men’s Nipples: To Give Babies Backup Milk?

Men may also produce breast milk because of a certain condition that affects their nipples. Source link

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neurosciencestuff: Parents learn, babies talk: How coaching…

neurosciencestuff: Parents learn, babies talk: How coaching moms and dads leads to better language skills among infantsWhen it comes to helping infants learn to talk, it’s not just how much...

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Premature Infant Heads to Home State after Spending More Than a Year in Unique NICU for Babies with Lung Disease

In a unique, hybrid model of care that includes both intensive care and a focus on neurodevelopment, the care team in the Comprehensive Center for bronchopulmonary dysplasia also addresses the...

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Quiz Time: Whose Babies Are More Likely to Die?

(MedPage Today) -- You passed medical training, now see if you can pass our weekly quiz Source link

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Lifesaving Drug for Babies Costs $2.1 Million a Dose

Title: Lifesaving Drug for Babies Costs $2.1 Million a DoseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/29/2019 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/30/2019 12:00:00 AM Source link

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Nutrition Experts To Issue New National Dietary Guidelines For Babies

Nutritionists will gather in Washington, D.C. to discuss the 2020 nutritional guidelines that will include recommendations for properly feeding infants. Source link

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Babies display empathy for victims as early as 6 months

Babies show empathy for a bullied victim at only six months of age, according to researchers. Source link

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How Babies Benefit From Exposure To Farm Animals

New research suggests that exposing babies to farm animals could help reduce their risk of developing diseases or allergies later in life. Source link

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Maternal proximity to oil and gas areas associated with congenital heart defects in babies

Mothers living near more intense oil and gas development activity have a 40-70% higher chance of having children with congenital heart defects compared to those living in areas of less...

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Why two out of three babies are cradled on the left

Over two thirds of all people prefer to carry a baby in their left arm. The figure is as high as three quarters for women, and the same also applies...

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Surgery before pregnancy linked to higher risk of opioid withdrawal in babies

Babies whose mothers underwent surgery before pregnancy have an increased risk of opioid withdrawal symptoms at birth, according to a new study. Source link

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Preterm babies are less likely to form romantic relationships in adulthood

Adults who were born pre-term (under 37 weeks gestation) are less likely to have a romantic relationship, a sexual partner and experience parenthood than those born full term. The meta-analysis...

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