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Bringing human milk banking forward: New breast pumps for donor mothers in Uganda
EFCNI is delighted to share the inspiring news of a generous donation that will make a meaningful impact on neonatal health in Uganda. In response to a request from the ATTA Breastmilk Community, our long-standing corporate partner Prolacta Bioscience has donated five breast pumps to support breastfeeding and human milk donation. The ATTA Breastmilk Community, a dedicated organisation within EFCNI’s network, plays a crucial role in promoting human milk donation in Uganda. As part of their work, they provide breast…
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Bringing comfort and support to preterm babies and their families in Türkiye
El Bebek Gül Bebek is working to ensure that both preterm babies and their families receive the comfort, warmth, and assistance they need in their communities. They have recently initiated three impactful projects—The Nest and Cover Project, Angel Muge, and the New Parents’ Kit—which provide essential resources, emotional support, and practical solutions for families in NICUs across the country. These initiatives not only improve the well-being of fragile newborns but also empower parents during one of the most challenging moments…
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Navigating twin pregnancies: A parent’s guide to screening
Guest article by Stephanie Ernst, Founder and Director of The TAPS Support Foundation, and Professor Asma Khalil, Consultant Obstetrician and Fetal Medicine specialist at St George's Hospital, London. The ISUOG Practice Guidelines have long been an important resource for healthcare professionals managing twin pregnancies. However, their technical nature can be difficult for expectant parents to fully understand. To address this gap, the Patient Guide to Twin Pregnancy Screening was created by Stephanie Ernst and Prof. Asma Khalil. This guide…
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NeuBric – Strengthening the future from the start
Guest article by Dr. Eleni Vavouraki, President of our partner parent organisation “Ilitominon” in Greece, EFCNI PPAB member, GLANCE Chair Committee member, ESCNH Ambassador, and Pani Pantelides, member of the Advisory Board of GLANCE, ESCNH Ambassador. In a vital step towards enhancing the quality of care for preterm newborns in Greece, the parent organisation ‘Ilitominon” initiated “NeuBriC”, a comprehensive educational programme for healthcare professionals and parents, primarily aimed at enhancing the neurodevelopment of preterm…
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Empowering collaboration: Parents and experts discussing the future of neonatal care in Switzerland
Guest article by Dina Hediger, Founder and CEO of "Frühchen & Neokinder Schweiz" ("Preemies and NICU kids Switzerland"). The parent organisation "Frühchen & Neokinder Schweiz" held its second specialist conference in November, bringing together an interdisciplinary team of experts, parents, and neonatologists. The team includes professionals such as neonatologists, a gynaecologist, a midwife, nurses, and specialists in lactation, music therapy, speech therapy, psychology, social work, and pastoral care, as well as parents. The…
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How to support staff? Mental health workshop for NICU nurses in Hungary
Guest article by Zita Gross-Wallinger, Dr. Csaba Nádor, and Lívia Nagy of partner parent organisation "Melletted a Helyem Association". Year after year, our organisation chooses a specific topic to spotlight for World Prematurity Day in Hungary. This year, we focused on the mental health of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nurses, and the reasons for this focus quickly became evident. The NICU is an intense and stressful environment, presenting challenges not only…
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Preventing professional burnout among healthcare workers in Ukraine: A lifeline amidst war
How a Ukrainian patient organisation is supporting 800 healthcare workers in five regions - a guest article by Oleksandra Balyasna, Head of "Ranni Ptashky" ("Early Birds Preemie Parent Association" )in Ukraine, EFCNI PAB Member, and GLANCE Advisory Board Member. Healthcare workers are the backbone of any healthcare system, providing critical care, support, and treatment to thousands of patients daily. However, this profession is fraught with stress, emotional strain, and physical exhaustion, making healthcare workers particularly vulnerable to professional burnout. This…
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“SOS Préma” empowers healthcare providers with parental insights at 15th annual training days
10-11 October saw 340 healthcare professionals gather in France for SOS Préma’s 15th annual training days, a pivotal event offering an empathetic view into the realities faced by families of preterm infants. Each year, “SOS Préma”, our valued partner in France, hosts training sessions to deepen the understanding of healthcare providers around the unique challenges encountered by preterm infants and their families. Established in 2011, these events now bring together hundreds of healthcare professionals, all committed to improving neonatal care.…
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Visionary fetal medicine expert, Professor Kypros Nicolaides, honored with Austria’s most prestigious medical award
On 27 September 2024, Professor Kypros Nicolaides, one of the leading pioneers in fetal medicine, was awarded the Semmelweis Prize for his transformative contributions to obstetric care. The award, presented at the annual conference of the Austrian Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, recognises Nicolaides' groundbreaking work at King’s College Hospital since 1980. Professor Nicolaides was praised for revolutionising prenatal diagnostics and care, in particular for pioneering screening techniques such as the fetal…
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10th Congress of the European Academy of Paediatric Societies (EAPS)
From 17 – 20 October 2024, leading research from around the world in the field of paediatrics united at the 10th Congress of the European Academy of Paediatric Societies (EAPS) in Vienna. This conference was a vibrant hub of knowledge, collaboration, and innovation. From insightful discussions and hands-on workshops to cutting-edge research presentations, EAPS 2024 has been an inspiring experience for EFCNI. It was our great pleasure to meet our partners on-site to…
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