Stressed Parents May Affect Preemie Behavior Later

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My concern about this report is that it implies the child behaviors are "actual" not "perceived" when it states above that the parents 'report' the problems- meaning the perception of a person assessed to be 'depressed, stressed and lacking coherence'. I would wonder what a professional evaluation would show of each child. Would there be a significant difference?

Gretchen of MA 8:30PM July 06, 2012

As the mother of a 29 week 2 lbs 13of oz baby this is great to know! Our son was in the NICU for 97 days, he is doing well and just celebrated his 1st birthday! We plan to build a new home on the next two years so I will pay extra close attention to our stress level! Thanks!

MO of IL 11:06AM July 05, 2012