We have two common narratives about premature infants: inspirational “miracle baby” stories and warnings of medical hubris. Eugenicists argued that premature babies weren’t meant to survive; they would become a drain on society. Most parents of babies born under 2.2 pounds feel differently — as do the grown ex-preemies themselves. ADADThe truth is that the successful treatment of premature babies is one of the great triumphs of modern medicine. Families of premature babies are often deeply grateful to the providers who saved their children’s lives, and I’m no exception.

Source: Washington Post February 21, 2020 15:11 UTC