Forever Ago Babies on the Boardwalk: History of the NICU
Nov 29, 2023
Learn about the history of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and how special incubators saved premature babies. Discover the display of premature babies at a New York City amusement park and the ethical aspects of the operation. Explore the evolution of baby products, from feeding bottles in ancient times to the invention of strollers and pacifiers.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Premature Babies and the NICU
02:04 • 7min
The History of Baby Incubators and their Connection to Chicken Incubators
08:45 • 5min
Concerns about Plastic Items for Babies and the Importance of Phones
14:06 • 2min
Displaying Premature Babies: Cooney's Baby Side Show
16:18 • 12min
History of Baby Products: Bottles, Strollers, and Pacifiers
28:35 • 5min