2006-08-29 14:12:55 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Yes actually even younger infants have survived with the use of technology. Another interesting thing that they do these days is feed the preemie breast milk through a tube, because they've discovered they do better on that. It can be scary for the mom, because they are certainly weaker than term infants, but knowing you can be involved by giving breastmilk and touch therapy...and doing all you can helps some mothers. There is also medication that is sometimes used to delay premature labor if you are asking because you are having premature labor. Don't feel bad, you're obviously doing all you can by the "tone of your voice." God can help you with modern science.
I hope things go well for you.
2006-08-29 14:24:42 · answer #1 · answered by tyreanpurple 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a baby can definitely survive at 29 weeks. Today, a premature baby has a good chance with all the new technology. I'm not saying that it will be easy, it's very difficult on the
parent(s). There will be ups and downs. Please remember that though the technology is highly advanced, the little one must have the drive, the fight to survive. This is something that only the little one can do.
2006-08-29 21:27:15 · answer #2 · answered by Tweek 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is possible. My cousin had twins at about 25 weeks and one of them survived. I'll tell you this though...it wasn't easy. She was stressed out and worried...but in the end every thing was ok. Just trust in God and know that he will never give you more than you can handle.
My neice was also around 29 or 30 weeks...she's 3 now and bad as he%%
Good Luck
2006-08-29 21:18:32 · answer #3 · answered by BabyJ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes but the child is going to need neonatal emergency care and will be in a very precarious state of health. I have been informed that a child can survive as early as 24 months and the technology to keep them alive is progressing.
2006-08-29 21:18:43 · answer #4 · answered by Daniel H 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Believe it or not many babies that young have survived, in fact there are babies that have survived at 24 weeks. If there is a problem your doc will give you steroids to boost the development of the babies lungs to try to minimize the risk of complications.
If the baby is born that young expect to him/her to spend time in the NICU.
Good Luck!
2006-08-29 21:18:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My cousin was born 14ounces at 24 weeks old and she is now an 8 year old vibrant, talkative, bad little girl. Every time i look at her and and the times i had taken care of her i feel so proud, don't get discouraged. But you have to know that it takes alot of work and patience and be ready for whatever the doctors may throw at you.
2006-08-29 21:23:10 · answer #6 · answered by KingstonGal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes most definately! I am the mother of 5 children all of them were born term, but I have seen babies born earlier than that live during my respiratory therapy clinicals. However, there may be complications especially with the lungs and vision due to oxygen therapy. Please talk to a doctor if this question is about you or someone you care about.
2006-08-29 21:18:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do u ask honey? Yes you can but it will be very very difficult. Make sure you are by a good hospital with execellent neo-natal. If' you've already had the baby make sure that's where she/he is. Do lots of praying and spend as much time with her as you can make sure you express milk for her as that is the best nutrient she can get right now (just saying she not sure why)
2006-08-29 21:17:23 · answer #8 · answered by Kookie M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband's cousin had her first at 29 weeks and he is now a healthy 3 year old.
2006-08-29 21:16:12 · answer #9 · answered by Maggie K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yea and as earlier as 23 but will probably still in the hospital for at least 2 months and has about 50% chance of dieing
2006-08-29 21:20:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋