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Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

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health3 years ago

Tactile Parenting Helps Newborns of Opioid Users, Study Finds.

A new study suggests that tactile interventions such as skin-to-skin contact, swaddling, and massage can help alleviate the symptoms of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) in newborns whose mothers used opioids during pregnancy. The study also found that parents who engaged in these interventions reported feeling more confident in their ability to care for their babies. The findings highlight the importance of incorporating touch therapy into the care of opioid-exposed newborns.

via KOMO News|

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health3 years ago

Tactile Parenting Helps Newborns of Opioid Users, Study Finds.

A new study suggests that tactile interventions such as skin-to-skin contact, swaddling, and massage can help alleviate the symptoms of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) in newborns whose mothers used opioids during pregnancy. The study found that these interventions, when used in combination with pharmacological treatments, can reduce the need for medication and shorten hospital stays for affected infants. The findings highlight the importance of parental involvement in the care of opioid-exposed newborns and the potential benefits of touch therapy in managing NAS.

via KATU|

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health3 years ago•4 min saved

Tactile Care Approach Shortens Hospital Stay for Opioid-Dependent Newborns

A new approach to caring for newborns exposed to opioids during pregnancy, called Eat, Sleep, Console, gets them out of the hospital sooner and with less medication, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The approach encourages involvement from parents and prioritizes care that doesn't involve medication. Infants assessed with the Eat, Sleep, Console care method were discharged after eight days on average, compared with almost 15 days for the infants who were cared for by the standard approach. The approach could have a big impact on hospitals by freeing up bed space in the neonatal intensive care unit and boosting morale among nurses at risk of burnout.

via CNN|

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