Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) in Pune

Overview

Specialized Care for Your Newborn, When Every Hour Matters

When a newborn needs intensive medical support, parents need clear information, a skilled team, and a calm, honest approach to care.

Our Neonatal Intensive Care service in Pune provides round-the-clock monitoring and treatment for premature and critically ill babies, with Dr. Supriya Puranik guiding the care plan and keeping families informed at every step.

What Is Neonatal Intensive Care?

A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specially equipped unit that cares for newborns, usually in the first 28 days of life, who need close monitoring or medical treatment that a regular nursery cannot provide.

Newborns have immature organs and limited ability to regulate temperature, breathing, and blood sugar, so even small problems can progress quickly. Early, expert intervention often makes the difference.

When Does a Baby Need NICU Care?

Your baby may be advised NICU admission if they have any of the following:

• Premature birth (born before 37 weeks) or low birth weight (below 2.5 kg)
• Breathing difficulty, fast breathing, grunting, or bluish skin colour
• Newborn jaundice that is severe or rising quickly
• Low blood sugar or poor feeding
• Suspected infection or sepsis (fever, lethargy, poor feeding, low body temperature)
• Birth asphyxia, or the baby did not cry immediately after birth
• Birth defects or congenital conditions needing early assessment
• Seizures or abnormal movements
• Babies of mothers with diabetes, high blood pressure, or infection during pregnancy
• Twins or multiples with low weight or complications
• Need for observation after a difficult or assisted delivery

If you are unsure whether your baby needs NICU care, it is always safer to get an early evaluation.

Our Neonatal Care Services

Care for Premature and Low Birth Weight Babies
Temperature-controlled incubators, nutritional support, and growth monitoring tailored to your baby’s gestational age and weight.

Respiratory Support
Oxygen therapy, CPAP, and ventilator support, along with surfactant therapy for premature lungs when required.

Newborn Jaundice Treatment
Bilirubin monitoring and phototherapy, with escalation of treatment where needed.

Management of Neonatal Infections
Early detection, appropriate investigations, and targeted antibiotic therapy for sepsis and other infections.

Nutrition and Feeding Support
Expressed breast milk feeding, tube feeding, and gradual transition to direct breastfeeding, with lactation guidance for mothers.

Continuous Monitoring
Heart rate, oxygen levels, breathing, blood pressure, and temperature are monitored round the clock.

Newborn Screening and Developmental Follow-up
Hearing screening, eye screening for premature babies (ROP), and growth and developmental assessments after discharge.

Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC)
Supervised skin-to-skin contact that supports bonding, temperature regulation, and breastfeeding.

What to Expect During Your Baby’s NICU Stay?

1. Initial assessment: Your baby is examined, stabilised, and connected to monitors.
2. Diagnosis and care plan: Tests are done and a personalised treatment plan is made.
3. Daily updates: The doctor explains your baby’s progress, treatment, and next steps in simple language.
4. Parent involvement: You are encouraged to take part through KMC, expressed milk feeding, and learning baby-care skills.
5. Preparing for discharge: Before going home, you are trained in feeding, hygiene, medication, warning signs, and follow-up schedules.

How We Support Parents

Having a baby in the NICU is stressful. We aim to make it easier by:

• Explaining your baby’s condition honestly and without jargon
• Sharing regular progress updates
• Guiding you on feeding, expressing milk, and handling your baby
• Helping you understand the likely duration of stay and expected course of treatment
• Providing a clear discharge plan and follow-up schedule

Warning Signs: Seek Immediate Medical Help If Your Newborn Has:

• Difficulty breathing, or blue or pale skin
• Fever, or a body that feels unusually cold
• Yellow colour of the skin spreading to the palms and soles
• Refusing feeds or repeated vomiting
• Excessive sleepiness or limpness
• Seizures or jerky movements
• Fewer wet diapers than usual

Frequently Asked Questions

1.How long will my baby stay in the NICU?
It depends on the condition. Some babies stay a few days for jaundice or observation, while premature babies may need several weeks until they feed well, gain weight, and breathe comfortably on their own.

2.Can I touch or hold my baby in the NICU?
In most cases, yes. Parents are encouraged to touch, talk to, and practise Kangaroo Mother Care as soon as the baby is stable.

3.Can my baby still be breastfed?

Yes. If the baby cannot feed directly, expressed breast milk can be given through a tube or cup. Breastfeeding is introduced as soon as the baby is ready.

4.Is NICU admission a sign that something is seriously wrong?

Not always. Many babies are admitted for close observation or short-term support and recover fully.

5.Will my premature baby have long-term problems?

Outcomes depend on the gestational age, birth weight, and any complications. Regular follow-up, early intervention, and developmental monitoring help babies reach their full potential.

6.What follow-up is needed after discharge?

Regular check-ups for growth, feeding, vaccination, hearing and vision screening, and developmental milestones are recommended, especially for premature babies.

7.Can family members visit?

Visiting is usually restricted to parents to reduce infection risk. Our team will explain visiting guidelines and hygiene practices.

Why Choose Our NICU Care in Pune

• Dedicated, experienced newborn care team
• Round-the-clock monitoring and emergency response
• Evidence-based protocols for premature and critically ill newborns
• Infection-control practices to protect fragile babies
• Parent-friendly communication and counselling
• Comprehensive follow-up after discharge

About Dr. Supriya Puranik

Dr. Supriya Puranik has experience in managing premature, low birth weight, and critically ill newborns. Her approach combines careful clinical management with clear communication, so parents always understand what is happening and why.

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Dr. Supriya Puranik

Gynaecologist & IVF Specialist

Often known as the last glimmer of hope for people who have lost all hope for conceiving a child, Dr. Supriya Puranik is a leading gynaecologist, high-risk obstetrician and Head of IVF & Gynaecology department at Sahyadri Hospitals Momstory in Shivajinagar, Pune.

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