Motherhood Hospital, Noida, has achieved a remarkable medical milestone by successfully treating a preterm baby born at just 28 weeks, weighing a mere 560 grams. After battling severe complications, the newborn was discharged in stable health following two months in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

A High-Risk Pregnancy with Life-Threatening Challenges

The baby's parents, Vaishnavi (30) and Saurabh (34) from Banaras, endured a difficult pregnancy journey marked by multiple complications. Vaishnavi experienced persistent bleeding from the early weeks, and routine antenatal tests revealed that she had gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) with alarmingly high HbA1C levels of 11.

Under the supervision of Dr. Prerna Sharma, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Motherhood Hospital, Noida, Vaishnavi was put on a strict regimen of medications, dietary adjustments, and continuous monitoring to stabilize her condition. At 20 weeks, her pregnancy seemed to be progressing well, but rising blood pressure became a new concern, requiring medical management.

At 26 weeks, an ultrasound revealed impaired fetal growth, mild oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid levels), and abnormalities in the Doppler flow study, indicating inadequate blood supply to the baby. Medications were administered to improve circulation, but fetal growth remained sluggish.

By 28 weeks, the situation had reached a critical stage. The Doppler readings showed further deterioration, severe oligohydramnios persisted, and the baby's growth restriction worsened. Given the imminent risk to both mother and child, an emergency cesarean section was performed to save the baby’s life.

Surviving the NICU: A Battle Against the Odds

The fragile newborn was immediately transferred to the NICU, where a team of specialists, led by Dr. Amit Gupta, Dr. Nishant Bansal, and Dr. Navina Desai, provided advanced neonatal care. The baby required ventilator support and surfactant therapy to aid lung development, followed by weeks of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) before she could breathe independently.

Throughout her NICU stay, she faced severe complications, including sepsis and jaundice, which were managed through antibiotics and phototherapy. Regular cranial ultrasounds confirmed normal brain development, and screenings for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) showed no abnormalities.

Dr. Amit Gupta, Senior Consultant - Paediatrician & Neonatologist at Motherhood Hospitals, Noida, emphasized the resilience required for such cases.

"Preterm babies like this face an uphill battle from birth. Every aspect of their care, from respiratory support to nutrition, is crucial for survival. This case highlights the strength of modern neonatal medicine and the incredible dedication of our team."

Family’s Gratitude and a Triumphant Homecoming

After two months of intensive care, the baby was discharged weighing 1.6 kilograms, showing steady progress in growth and development. Her journey will continue with regular follow-ups to ensure her long-term health and well-being.

Expressing his gratitude, Saurabh, the baby’s father, said:

"We are eternally grateful to the entire team at Motherhood Hospital. Their expertise, compassion, and timely intervention gave our daughter the chance to survive and thrive. Words cannot express our gratitude."

Advancing Maternal and Neonatal Care

This extraordinary case underscores the importance of early prenatal screenings, timely medical intervention, and access to advanced neonatal care in managing high-risk pregnancies. Motherhood Hospital’s commitment to providing cutting-edge maternal and neonatal healthcare continues to set benchmarks in medical excellence.

By combining early detection, expert-led interventions, and state-of-the-art NICU care, hospitals like Motherhood are transforming the survival rates of premature infants, giving them the best chance at a healthy life.