The thought of your newborn spending their first few weeks or months in an incubator is heartbreaking for any parent. And for parents of premature babies, they often can't have much, if any, physical ...

Inside neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) incubators at one United Kingdom hospital, premature babies have an unlikely companion – colorful, crocheted octopi. These cuddly toys are used as a form of ...

Premature babies are extremely vulnerable and often too fragile to be held in the first few days of their lives. To make the often heartbreaking experience a little easier for new parents, an ...

SILSBEE, Texas (AP) — A Danish technique for comforting premature babies with plush octopus dolls has hooked several Hardin County crocheters who are eager to help local families. The Beaumont ...

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TAMPA, Fla. — For every 10 babies born in the United States, at least one arrives before its 37-week due date, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2017, the March of Dimes ...

Premature babies in the United Kingdom now have unlikely companions to keep them company: Adorable, crocheted octupuses. All premature babies in the NICU at Poole Hospital in Dorset, England will ...

BOCA RATON, Fla. (CBS12) — This week’s ‘Hometown Hero’ is bringing a little comfort to families and babies during what can be an uncomfortable time. Vickie Brodsky has been crocheting dolls for the ...

Premature babies are extremely vulnerable and often too fragile to be held in the first few days of their lives. To make the often heartbreaking experience a little easier for new parents, an ...

This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The ...