[André Bullinger's contributions to the management of prematurity in neonatology]

Abstract

Between 30 and 50 % of very premature babies have disorders that can affect their schooling, training and future life. Their origin is often multifactorial, and environmental, socioeconomic and family factors can influence the subsequent development of these children. Among these factors, the neonatal environment, which is generally very noisy and bright, as well as the numerous tactile solicitations, have been blamed. In 1978, the kangaroo method transformed this reality by improving the parent-baby relationship and reducing neonatal mortality. Since then, a trend has developed around developmental care with the Neonatal Individualized Developmental Care Assessment Program and the approach of André Bullinger.

Keywords: André Bullinger; bébé prématuré; development; développement; eating disorders; kangaroo method; méthode kangourou; neonatology; néonatalogie; premature baby; troubles alimentaires.