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We wish a very happy first birthday to Kane Nash, who was born at 23 weeks weighing just 15 ounces, less than a pound. He was an unexpected blessing as mom Amber didn’t think she could have children after overcoming ovarian cancer. Following a six month stay in the NICU, Kane has defied all odds and is thriving. Our Dr. Lisa McGill-Vargas, neonatologist at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Eastern Washington, cared for Kane together with her team. She and Amber sat down with KHQ Local News to reflect on Kane’s miraculous journey as they celebrate this special milestone. https://brnw.ch/21wLKm8

As you plan for fun in the sun this summer, be sure to practice water safety. While drowning prevention should always be top of mind, it’s also important to recognize the signs of dry drowning, or delayed drowning. When a child experiences a non-fatal drowning incident, they may seem fine afterwards but later suffer serious respiratory symptoms. Our Dr. Todd Zimmerman, pediatric emergency medicine physician and medical director at Pediatrix® Emergency Medicine of Nevada, spoke with Care to discuss signs of delayed drowning and when to seek medical attention >> https://brnw.ch/21wLI3I.

Don't forget to reserve your virtual spot for our September Neonatology Grand Rounds webinar hosted by the Pediatrix Center for Research, Education, Quality and Safety (CREQS)! Join us virtually on September 4th as Neonatologist Jonathan R. Swanson, M.D., MSc, MBA, presents “The Risks and Complications Associated with Acute Kidney Injury in the Preterm Infant”! RSVP for the webinar today at https://brnw.ch/21wLHQ6.

Sweet summertime means lots of time spent in the water. But safety always comes first, and parents and caregivers should know that some popular children’s swim aids can increase the risk of drowning, which is the leading cause of death in kids ages 1 to 4. Our Dr. Jenelle Ferry, neonatologist at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Florida, spoke with @todayshow about what swim aids to avoid and pool safety tips to follow. https://brnw.ch/21wLKlD

First trimester morning sickness can be rough. Fortunately for most, nausea and vomiting start to ease around 14 weeks. If symptoms linger, you could be suffering from a severe version called hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), which may require treatment. Our Dr. Suzy Lipinski, board-certified OBGYN at Obstetrix® of Colorado, part of Pediatrix® Medical Group, spoke with Babylist about how HG is diagnosed and when the condition can affect baby >> https://brnw.ch/21wLI3F.

Health care is constantly evolving. In our latest blog, read how Pediatrix –affiliated clinicians are advancing health through research. https://brnw.ch/21wLQRL

#DYK lawn mower accidents are on the rise among kids this summer. While this is common during the summer months, new data shows an increase in the number of incidents this year. Our Dr. Todd Zimmerman, pediatric emergency medicine physician and medical director at Pediatrix® Emergency Medicine of Nevada, spoke with @parents about accident prevention and lawn mower safety tips to follow. https://brnw.ch/21wLKlh

In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, we celebrate the powerful health benefits of human milk while also working to protect, promote and support lactation practices and policies. As part of our ongoing commitment to this, many of our affiliated neonatologists collaborate with our hospital partners to lead lactation and infant feeding programs in the NICU and newborn nursery while also sharing their expertise with top news media to help educate parents >> https://brnw.ch/21wLHVH

Toddler milk is marketed with claims of improving brain development or immune function, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recently warned that it is "unnecessary and potentially harmful to young children." For healthy toddlers without a specific medical diagnosis, there is no evidence of a need for or benefit from toddler milk. Our Dr. Jenelle Ferry, neonatologist and director of feeding, nutrition and infant development at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Florida, spoke with Fox News about the ideal diet for toddlers after they’re weaned off breast milk or infant formula and when extra nutrition might be needed. https://brnw.ch/21wLI3A

Don't forget to reserve your virtual spot for our September Neonatology Grand Rounds webinar hosted by the Pediatrix Center for Research, Education, Quality and Safety (CREQS)! Join us virtually on September 4th as Neonatologist Jonathan R. Swanson, M.D., MSc, MBA, presents, “The Risks and Complications Associated with Acute Kidney Injury in the Preterm Infant”!