Neonatology
NICU care for premature and unwell newborns, on the same floor as our labour rooms.
NICU care for premature and unwell newborns, on the same floor as our labour rooms.
Your health. Our priority.
For a newborn in difficulty, the distance between the delivery room and the incubator is the thing that matters most.
- The neonatal unit on the same floor as the labour rooms, so no newborn is transported between buildings
- A neonatologist present at deliveries known to be high risk, rather than called afterwards
- Parents in the unit, encouraged to touch, hold and feed as soon as it is safe
- Feeding and follow-up arranged before discharge, not left to the first outpatient visit

Meet our specialists.
Care for a wide range of concerns.
The problems newborns are admitted with, from prematurity to jaundice.
Advanced care for better outcomes.
Neonatal intensive care, respiratory support and feeding support.
Safety. Compassion. Excellence.
Your health and comfort remain at the heart of every treatment we provide.
Key Areas of Expertise
Speak with a specialist if you experience persistent or unusual changes in your health.
Consult NowAdvanced technology and facilities
The incubators, ventilators and monitoring a neonatal unit runs on.
- Neonatal intensive care with continuous monitoring
- Neonatal ventilators and CPAP
- Radiant warmers and servo-controlled incubators
- Phototherapy units
- Point-of-care blood gas and bilirubin testing
- Space for mothers to stay with their babies
Questions, answered.
Common questions about neonatology care at Humayun Hospital.
Why has my baby been admitted to the NICU?
Common reasons are prematurity, breathing difficulty, jaundice needing treatment, infection or low blood sugar. The neonatologist will explain your baby's specific reason and expected stay.
Can I visit and hold my baby?
Yes. Parents are welcome in the unit and we encourage skin-to-skin contact as soon as the baby is stable. It helps feeding, temperature and bonding.
Can I still breastfeed a baby in the NICU?
Usually yes. If the baby cannot feed directly at first, we support expressing so your milk is given by tube. The nursing team will show you how.
How long will my baby stay?
It varies. A jaundiced term baby may stay two or three days. A premature baby often stays until close to their original due date. You will be given a realistic expectation early.
Still have questions?
If your question is not answered here, our team is happy to talk it through with you.

