Feeding a premature baby is one of the biggest challenges families face before they can take their baby home from the hospital. This is because premature babies are not fully developed at birth and may not have the strength or coordination to breastfeed or bottle-feed. So, what is it like to feed a premature baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)?

Premature babies face a number of health problems due to various reasons such as immature lungs which can easily lead to respiratory failure. The following article will provide you with useful information about some medical conditions that premature babies may encounter.