Susannah Barnett

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• FNAIT vs HDFN: similarities and differences

  Learn about the similarities and differences between FNAIT and HDFN, including diagnosis, treatment and long-term effects.

• Are infants conceived through IVF at risk of HDFN?

  The risk of hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) is not greater in babies conceived through IVF, but it can still occur.

• How a bili blanket allows jaundice to be treated at home

  A bili blanket allows a newborn with jaundice to undergo phototherapy at home, instead of in a hospital or medical facility.

• How long does it take for newborn bilirubin levels to stabilize? 

  Learn about the risks of high bilirubin levels in infants, how it is treated and how long treatment typically takes.

• Can my baby develop HDFN if my other children didn’t?

  Though hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) can occur in first pregnancies, it is more common in subsequent pregnancies.

• The role of genetic testing and counseling in HDFN

  Learn about the role of genetic testing and counseling in HDFN and how it can help with disease prediction, diagnosis and treatment.

• A guide to fathers’ rights during an HDFN-affected pregnancy

  Though a father’s role in medical decision-making is limited during an HDFN-affected pregnancy, they still play a vital role in support and advocacy.

• How to advocate for your infant with HDFN

  Read on for information, tips and resources to help you be informed and advocate for your infant with HDFN.

• Your guide to J&J’s UNITY test for HDFN

  Learn more about what the UNITY test entails, the antibodies it tests for and how it can detect HDFN and other conditions in-utero.

• Permacaths and HDFN: What you need to know

  In some pregnancies affected by HDFN, a catheter known as a permacath may be placed to provide easy access to the bloodstream.