Neonatal patient information leaflets

This page lists leaflets produced or used by our department. Each leaflet is reviewed at least every three years to make sure it is kept up to date.

Prolonged Jaundice Service

Description
This leaflet explains how we will make the assessment for babies referred to us because he/she is still jaundiced at the age of 21 days.

Psychological support on the Neonatal Unit

Description
Information about the emotional support that is available from a wide range of people during your time on the neonatal unit (NNU).

Rectal washouts

Description
This leaflet aims to teach parents how to perform rectal washouts safely on their baby at home. It explains the reasons for the treatment, the equipment involved, how to do the procedure, and how to deal with any potential problems, including who to contact and contact numbers.

Stoma care – your child and their stoma

Description
The aim of this information sheet is to answer some of the questions you may have about your child's stoma.

Stoma recycling - your baby's stoma recycling

Description
This leaflet explains what recycling of stoma losses is, and how it is done.

Suppressing lactation

Description
Information to help and support you make decisions about your milk production and any breast milk you may have stored.

Using donor breast milk for your baby

Description
Information for parents about using donor breast milk - why it has been recommended for your baby, the benefits and how it is made safe.

Your baby's operation

Description
This leaflet explains about what happens when your baby needs an operation.
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