NEWBORN

This study tested whether a special sleep cap could help newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) sleep longer and have steadier heart rates and breathing. Researchers watched 53 stable infants overnight for three nights. The goal was to see if the cap improved sleep a…

This study looked at whether stimulating a baby's natural palmar grasp reflex (the instinct to grip a finger) can reduce pain and improve comfort in preterm infants during PICC line care. 32 preterm babies with a PICC line were included. Researchers measured pain and comfort leve…

This study looked at whether a gentle 15-minute massage can help full-term newborns in the NICU feel more comfortable and have steadier vital signs like heart rate and breathing. Researchers measured 30 babies before and after massage, twice a day. The goal was to see if massage …

This study looked at whether massage therapy given by a physiotherapist helps babies aged 0-6 months sleep better and strengthens the bond between mother and baby. 24 full-term infants took part. The researchers measured sleep quality and mother-baby attachment using questionnair…

This study tested two different pulse oximeters on 120 newborns to see which one measures heart rate and oxygen levels faster and more accurately. The goal was to find out which device gives a stable signal sooner and matches the standard heart monitor better. Results will help d…

This study looked at 120 healthy newborns to see if choosing a general practitioner before leaving the maternity hospital helps them get their first required medical exam within the recommended timeframe (between day 8 and day 15 of life). Parents filled out a questionnaire at th…

This study looked at whether letting a newborn instinctively crawl to the mother's breast right after birth helps with breastfeeding success and the mother's comfort. Researchers observed 80 first-time mothers and their healthy, full-term babies after vaginal delivery. The goal w…

This study tested whether a mobile app designed for sick newborn care helps nurses in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) better identify nursing diagnoses and reduce missed care. Sixty-four nurses used the app for three months, while a control group continued usual care. Res…

This study looked at what helps new mothers feel close to their babies after birth. Researchers followed 104 healthy mothers and their full-term newborns after a normal delivery. They measured bonding using a simple questionnaire after the first breastfeeding. The goal was to und…

This study asked 132 parents of healthy, full-term newborns whether a simple bedtime routine (bath, lotion massage, quiet activity) was acceptable and easy to follow. Parents filled out questionnaires to share their experiences. The goal was to see if such a routine is practical …

This study looked at whether a special checklist (transport algorithm) and a risk score (TRIPS) could improve what nurses and doctors in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) know about safely moving newborn babies to other hospitals. About 100 NICU staff took part. The goal wa…

This study looked at whether following a skin-to-skin contact guideline after birth helps reduce stress in newborns and improves breastfeeding. Researchers studied 190 mothers who gave birth vaginally. They measured stress levels and breastfeeding success using standard tools.