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premature birth

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‘This isn’t normal’

A mom's intuition saved her unborn baby's life.

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Bears, blankets keep memories alive

Two moms whose babies died on the same day share blankets and bears with other families enduring the pain of losing a child.

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NICU event reunites tiny fighters

More than 1,000 people enjoyed an afternoon filled with memories and joy.

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‘Mighty boy’ defies the odds

Atlanta doctors told Elijah's family he had days to live. They refused to accept this and found hope 800 miles away.

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Skin-to-skin time with dad

Like many fathers of preemies, Josh Thurman helps his daughter grow with the power of touch.

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Tiny baby, big reunion

Eight years later, hospital nurse reunites with girl who was born at a fragile 4 pounds, 3 ounces.

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A dying child’s spirit shines

Through grief, 3-year-old Ethan DeHoek's parents seek to make life comfortable for their sweet boy, for as long as he has left.

The tiniest patients of all

Does a few weeks really make a difference for a baby? You betcha.

Probiotics may not shield preemies from serious illness

More research on individual strains of these good bacteria may be needed.

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Baby goes home from the NICU

After 52 days at the hospital, baby Stefan is strapped into his car seat and driven home for the first time.

Flame retardants may raise risk of preterm births

Study: Women with higher blood levels of common chemicals are more likely to deliver early.