Newborn & Premature Care

Gentle, expert care for babies who arrive early

Every premature baby’s journey is different. Our team supports both the medical and emotional side of this stage from the first fragile hours to the day you carry your baby home.

When this care is needed

Signs your baby may need extra support

Not every early birth needs the same level of care. These are common reasons a baby is kept under closer observation.

Born before 37 weeks

Earlier gestation usually means less developed lungs, temperature control, and feeding reflexes.

Low birth weight

Babies under 2.5 kg often need closer feeding and warmth support, regardless of gestation.

Breathing difficulty

Rapid breathing, grunting, or pauses in breathing after birth need immediate evaluation.

Difficulty feeding or low sugar

Weak suck reflex, poor feeding, or low blood sugar are common and manageable with early support.

Why premature babies need specialised care

Babies born before 37 weeks often haven’t finished developing lungs, temperature control, or feeding reflexes. The risks are highest in the first hours and days which is why continuous monitoring and the ability to escalate care immediately matter more than almost anything else.

Our premature baby care unit is staffed and equipped to manage this window closely, from birth stabilisation through to the day a baby is ready to go home.

What to expect, stage by stage

 Available 24×7 for emergencies.

1
Stabilisation
Immediate assessment of breathing, heart rate, and temperature, with support started right away if needed.
2
Critical care
Continuous monitoring in the unit, with ventilation, nutrition, and infection control tailored to the baby's condition.
3
Growth & stabilising
As the baby stabilises, focus shifts to weight gain, feeding independence, and reducing support step by step.
4
Discharge readiness
Parents are guided on feeding, warmth, and follow up care before the baby goes home.

Keeping babies safe

Safety and infection control during ventilation

Babies on breathing support are more delicate when it comes to infection, so we’re careful about everything that comes near them. Everyone our staff and visiting family washes and sanitizes hands before touching the baby or any equipment. All tubing and equipment is kept scrupulously clean and changed the right way. We also keep a close eye on how many visitors are around the baby at once, simply to keep things safe. And every monitor stays switched on and watched around the clock, so if anything changes even slightly, our team knows immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long will my baby need to stay?

It depends on gestation, weight, and how well the baby feeds and breathes independently. Our team gives parents regular updates rather than a fixed timeline.

2. Can I stay with my baby?

Parents are encouraged to be involved, including kangaroo care, within the unit's hygiene and safety guidelines.

3. Will my baby need special care at home?

Most babies transition to normal care over time. Any specific home-care instructions are explained clearly before discharge.
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