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Respiratory distress syndrome<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n \n \n
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Apnoea of the newborn<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

Respiratory distress syndrome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having a premature baby and spending time in a neonatal care unit can be challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy are considered to be premature.1<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Respiratory distress syndrome is a breathing disorder affecting approximately 1% of babies, particularly those born before 34 weeks.2,3<\/sup> Currently, approximately half of all babies born between 28 and 32 weeks develop respiratory distress syndrome.2<\/sup> As their lungs are often underdeveloped, they are unable to produce enough surfactant, a substance that helps the lungs inflate. As a result, the lungs do not inflate properly, which causes breathing difficulties.2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although uncommon, respiratory distress syndrome can occur in babies born at term if the mother has diabetes, the baby is underweight or the baby\u2019s lungs are underdeveloped.2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs and symptoms of respiratory distress syndrome, which usually occur immediately after birth, include:2<\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Blue-coloured lips, fingers and toes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Rapid, shallow breathing<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Flaring nostrils<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n

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Grunting sound when breathing<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

Further support and resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are several charities and organisations dedicated to supporting families, raising awareness about the condition and funding life changing research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For resources to support you with managing a multiple and\/or premature birth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n