18 Main Headline Since preterm babies arrive early in the world, they are not well-equipped to handle life outside the womb. Their bodies are fragile and prone to short and long-term health problems. Usually, the earlier a baby is born, the higher the chances of complications. Premature babies born before 7 months or 28 weeks need extended specialized Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) care for multiple complications which might develop during the growth phase. While some complications occur immediately after birth, others can appear even after the baby reaches three to six months of age. 2. The Early Battles in the World Outside the Womb
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