Late preterm infants are babies born between 34 and 37 weeks gestation. These babies look like smaller versions of full term babies. For years, late preterm babies were cared for like full term babies. Research now shows that late preterm babies are not the same as full term infants, and that they have a unique set of needs and challenges. These babies born close to term are, in fact, preemies.
What is a "Late Preterm Infant"?
Resources for Parents
Funding for the Oklahoma Infant Alliance provided by MedImmune, Inc
Resources for Providers
Video Presentation:
Dr. Tonse N.K. Raju, MD, DCH - Late Preterm Births - Causes and Consequences
Dr. Tonse N.K. Raju, MD, DCH - Late Preterm Births - Causes and Consequences
Professional Organizations Respond to American Academy of Pediatrics New Guidelines on RSV Protection
Oklahoma Infant Alliance Releases New Late Preterm Infant Toolkit for Providers and Families
June 14-15 in Washington, DC:
National Premature Infant Health Coalition Summit
NPIHC is hosting Connections 2012 on June 14-15, 2012 at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington, DC. It's going to be a great event including an expert panel discussion on developmental care, a key speaker on strategies for using social media to educate and communicate in the field of prematurity, a town hall on critical issues in prematurity, a cocktail reception, and networking opportunities. We hope you can make it! If you plan to attend, please complete the online registration form as soon as possible.
National Premature Infant Health Coalition Summit
NPIHC is hosting Connections 2012 on June 14-15, 2012 at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington, DC. It's going to be a great event including an expert panel discussion on developmental care, a key speaker on strategies for using social media to educate and communicate in the field of prematurity, a town hall on critical issues in prematurity, a cocktail reception, and networking opportunities. We hope you can make it! If you plan to attend, please complete the online registration form as soon as possible.
Oklahoma Infant Alliance Membership Meeting
June 25, 2012 5pm to 7pm
On the Agenda
June 25, 2012 5pm to 7pm
On the Agenda
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Help Shape the Work of the Oklahoma Infant Alliance
The Alliance has recently expanded our focus to include not only those infants that are born late preterm but all infants 0- 12 months, including infants born premature.
We are currently in the process of developing our strategic plan and have identified four major areas of focus. They include Public Awareness; Education and Training, Advocacy and Research.
We would like to make sure that the views of all members are represented, to do so please complete our membership survey.
Survey Deadline: May 24th
The Alliance has recently expanded our focus to include not only those infants that are born late preterm but all infants 0- 12 months, including infants born premature.
We are currently in the process of developing our strategic plan and have identified four major areas of focus. They include Public Awareness; Education and Training, Advocacy and Research.
We would like to make sure that the views of all members are represented, to do so please complete our membership survey.
Survey Deadline: May 24th
