Reimagining Kangaroo Care for Preterm Infants: A Novel Garment for Safe and Comfortable Bonding

• Main Authors: Alexandra McMillin (Author), Aviva Presser Aiden (Author), Jules P. Sherman (Author), Ruth Ann Crystal (Author), William D. Rhine (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2024-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background/Objectives: Kangaroo Care (KC) has been proven to enhance physiological stability, growth, and bonding in preterm, low-birthweight infants. Despite its benefits, KC is underutilized in Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) due to challenges in managing medical equipment. This stu...