The Small Baby Program is dedicated to providing exceptional care for infants born before 28 weeks of gestation or weighing less than 1000 grams at birth. Notably, our program boasts one of the highest survival rates for babies born at 23 weeks gestation or earlier in the nation.

Key Elements

  • Family-Centered Care. We emphasize early engagement with families, meeting before delivery to address their needs and concerns, ensuring a supportive experience throughout the process.
  • Comprehensive Protocols. Upon birth, we implement tailored care protocols designed to support these vulnerable infants, including:
    • A golden-hour checklist for critical interventions within the first hour.
    • Protocols focusing on:
      • Respiratory support
      • Nutrition
      • Thermoregulation
      • Cardiovascular function
      • Infection prevention
      • Neurodevelopmental outcomes
  • Multidisciplinary Team. Our program is backed by a diverse team of healthcare professionals, including:
    • Neonatologists
    • Neonatal nurse practitioners and physician assistants
    • Bedside nurses
    • Respiratory therapists
    • Dieticians
    • Occupational therapists
    • Speech/language therapists

 

This collaborative approach is vital in delivering the highest quality of care, ultimately enhancing outcomes for extremely preterm infants. We are committed to supporting both the medical and emotional needs of these infants and their families, ensuring that our babies not only survive but thrive.