NICU

Advanced Neonatal Critical Care – A Haven for Fragile Newborns

At Yashonandan Hospital, our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides state-of-the-art medical intervention for newborns requiring specialized care. Premature births, complex health conditions, or complications during delivery often necessitate NICU admission. Our team of expert neonatologists, pediatricians, and nurses ensure that every infant receives meticulous, round-the-clock monitoring in a controlled, high-precision environment.

Most neonates are admitted within the first 24 hours of life, with the duration of their stay contingent upon their medical condition—ranging from a few days to several weeks or even months. Our NICU is designed with cutting-edge technology and stringent infection control protocols to provide unparalleled neonatal care.

Criteria for NICU Admission – Who Requires Intensive Neonatal Supervision?

Several factors necessitate NICU admission, including:

Preterm Birth: Infants born before 37 weeks of gestation require specialized medical attention.
Low Birth Weight: Babies weighing less than 2 kilograms need intensive support for growth and development.
Respiratory Complications: Breathing distress, grunting, or inadequate oxygenation may necessitate ventilatory assistance.
Neonatal Infections: Newborns with bacterial or viral infections require immediate medical intervention.
Post-Term Births: Babies born after 42 weeks of gestation may face complications requiring NICU care.
Maternal Complications: Conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes, preeclampsia, or excessive bleeding increase neonatal risks.
Birth Asphyxia: A lack of oxygen at birth can lead to neurological complications, requiring specialized care.
Neonatal Jaundice: Infants with dangerously high bilirubin levels require phototherapy.
Multiple Gestation Births: Twins, triplets, or higher-order multiples often need additional medical support.
Umbilical Cord Complications: Issues such as the cord being wrapped around the baby’s neck can impact oxygen supply.

Advanced NICU Infrastructure – Precision-Driven Neonatal Care

Our NICU is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology, ensuring optimal life-sustaining support for fragile newborns. Essential equipment includes:

Radiant Warmers & Incubators: Regulate body temperature for neonates unable to maintain thermal stability.
Phototherapy Units: Effectively treat neonatal jaundice by breaking down excess bilirubin.
Multi-Parameter Monitors: Track heart rate, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, and blood pressure in real-time.
IV Therapy & PICC Lines: Deliver essential fluids, nutrients, and medications directly into the bloodstream.
Ventilators & Respiratory Support: Assist neonates struggling with independent breathing.
Gastric Feeding Tubes: Provide nutrition to infants unable to suck or swallow independently.

Parental Involvement – Strengthening Bonds Through Touch and Care

Parental presence is integral to a baby’s recovery. Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC), involving skin-to-skin contact, is encouraged whenever possible, offering benefits such as:

Stabilizing heart rate and breathing patterns.
Enhancing mother-child bonding.
Encouraging breastfeeding initiation and lactation.
Supporting thermoregulation and neurodevelopment.

Although handling your baby may be restricted based on medical conditions, parents are encouraged to engage through touch, voice, and interaction, fostering emotional connection and reassurance.

Ensuring Optimal Care – How Can Parents Contribute?

Breastfeeding & Lactation Support: Mothers can breastfeed directly or provide expressed breast milk for feeding via tubes.
Understanding Care Protocols: Spending time with the baby helps parents learn feeding cues, care routines, and medical needs.
Emotional Support & Presence: Comforting the baby through gentle touch, singing, and talking aids their recovery.

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At Yashonandan Hospital, we are committed to excellence in neonatal care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for every newborn entrusted to us.