Neonatal Care Solutions

Developmental Care

Supporting healthy growth and development for premature and critically ill infants with evidence-based NICU products and holistic care solutions.

Overview

Caring Beyond the Clinical Setting

At Citrus Med, we understand that caring for infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) goes beyond addressing immediate physical needs. It is equally important to support their physiological and developmental growth during this critical stage.

Our Developmental Care product range is designed to meet the unique challenges of sick and premature newborns. By taking a holistic approach, we help clinicians deliver exceptional care that promotes comfort, stability, and healthy development — from proper positioning and jaundice management to calming solutions and therapy support.

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Our Product Range

Developmental Care Solutions

Comprehensive products designed to support clinicians in delivering developmentally appropriate care for the smallest patients

Infant Positioning Aids

Proper positioning is vital for the comfort and physiological stability of preterm and ill infants. Our range of infant positioning aids provides flexible yet stable support, helping to mimic the secure environment of the womb and promote healthy musculoskeletal development.

These developmentally supportive care products are designed to reduce stress, encourage proper alignment, and enhance overall well-being for neonates in the NICU. By creating a contained, comforting space, clinicians can help infants regulate their own systems and focus energy on growth and healing.

Positioning solutions include:

  • Gel-based donut pillows for pressure relief and head shaping
  • Soft gel support pillows that cradle the head and body while allowing natural movement
  • Gel-filled mattress surfaces that reduce pressure points and encourage proper positioning
  • Contoured nest products that promote a sense of security and self-regulation
  • Flexible positioning aids that mimic the boundaries of the womb
  • Ventral support pads for comfortable prone positioning
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Jaundice Management

Managing neonatal jaundice requires medical products that combine clinical efficacy with infant comfort. Our jaundice management line helps clinicians deliver effective phototherapy while ensuring that even the smallest patients remain comfortable and secure throughout their treatment.

We offer a comprehensive approach to phototherapy that prioritizes both treatment effectiveness and the infant's developmental needs, enabling skin-to-skin contact whenever possible and reducing disruption to the infant's rest and bonding time.

Key products include:

  • Phototherapy systems designed to enable skin-to-skin contact during treatment, promoting bonding while delivering effective care
  • Soft, adjustable eye protection specifically designed for infants undergoing phototherapy
  • Advanced phototherapy swaddles with high light transmission through mesh fabric, allowing treatment without disrupting the infant's comfort
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Therapy Support

NICU and nursery clinicians require specialized tools to treat and monitor a wide range of medical conditions in fragile newborns. Our therapy support products are designed to aid in routine procedures with gentle precision, enhancing the caregiving process and improving outcomes.

Each product in this category has been thoughtfully developed to address the unique physiological needs of premature and critically ill infants, supporting clinicians in delivering care that is both clinically effective and developmentally appropriate.

Therapy support offerings include:

  • Gentle transillumination devices to assist with locating veins in small limbs for improved IV access
  • Pre-moistened cleansing wipes formulated for delicate neonatal skin
  • Nasal aspirators designed to effectively clear airways with minimal discomfort
  • Heel warming devices to enhance blood flow and reduce discomfort during blood sampling
  • Warming mattresses that provide consistent thermal support during procedures and transport
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Calming and Soothing

A comforting environment is essential to the development and healing of newborns in intensive care. Our calming and soothing solutions are designed to reduce stress, manage discomfort during minor procedures, and promote emotional stability for both patients and their families.

We recognize that every touch, sound, and interaction in the NICU can affect an infant's developing nervous system. Our products help transform the high-tech NICU environment into a more nurturing, developmentally supportive space.

Featured soothing solutions:

  • Oral sucrose solutions clinically shown to provide safe and effective comfort during minor procedures
  • Soft, scent-retaining comfort aids that help infants feel close to their parents, reducing stress and promoting better developmental outcomes
  • Gentle stimulation tools that support self-soothing and sleep regulation
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Phototherapy Swaddle

Our advanced phototherapy swaddle represents a significant innovation in neonatal jaundice treatment, allowing therapeutic light to reach the infant effectively while the infant remains comfortably swaddled. This design not only improves treatment efficacy but also creates a secure, comforting space for neonatal patients.

By enabling infants to remain in a midline flexed, contained position during treatment, the phototherapy swaddle supports optimal neurodevelopment while delivering effective phototherapy. Clinicians can easily handle and monitor infants during treatment without disrupting the therapeutic process.

Key benefits:

  • Nearly 95% light transmission through specialized mesh fabric for effective treatment
  • Secure and comforting swaddle design that reduces stress and promotes rest
  • Easy access for handling, monitoring, and parent-infant bonding during therapy
  • Supports developmental care principles while delivering clinical treatment
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Why Developmental Care

Key Benefits of Developmental Care

Evidence-based approaches that support better outcomes for the smallest patients

Improved Neurodevelopment

Developmentally supportive care has been shown to improve brain development outcomes in preterm infants by reducing stress and promoting organized behavior.

Family-Centred Care

Our products support active family involvement in care, strengthening the bond between parents and infants while empowering families as partners in the care team.

Reduced Stress Response

By minimizing light and noise exposure and providing comforting boundaries, developmental care helps reduce the physiological stress response in fragile neonates.

Better Physiological Stability

Proper positioning and containment help infants maintain stable heart rates, respiration, and oxygen saturation, allowing them to conserve energy for growth and healing.

Enhanced Sleep Quality

Developmentally supportive positioning and soothing solutions help infants achieve deeper, more restorative sleep, which is critical for brain development and growth.

Shorter Hospital Stays

Research indicates that developmental care practices can contribute to shorter NICU stays, reduced complications, and improved long-term developmental outcomes.

Applications

Clinical Applications Across the NICU

Our developmental care products are designed for use across a wide spectrum of neonatal care settings and clinical scenarios:

  • Level II and Level III NICUs — Supporting care for infants requiring intermediate to intensive medical support
  • Special Care Nurseries — Products designed for step-down units and transitional care environments
  • Neonatal Transport — Positioning and thermal support solutions for safe inter-facility transport
  • Well-Baby Nurseries — Developmental care support for healthy newborns requiring observation or mild intervention
  • Pediatric Units — Select products suitable for older infants and children requiring developmental support
Why Citrus Medical

Trusted Partner in Neonatal Care

What sets our developmental care solutions apart

Expertise in Neonatal Care

We bring deep expertise and collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver products that support the unique needs of premature and critically ill infants in the NICU environment.

Holistic Approach

Our focus extends beyond clinical treatment to address the developmental, physical, and emotional needs of infants, supporting families and caregivers throughout the care journey.

Quality and Safety

All products are developed and reviewed to meet rigorous quality standards, ensuring reliable performance in demanding clinical environments while prioritizing patient safety.

Clinician Partnership

We work closely with healthcare teams to understand their challenges and deliver solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing clinical workflows and care protocols.

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Contact our team to learn more about our product range, request samples, or discuss how Citrus Med can support your neonatal care needs.

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Our team is ready to help you find the right developmental care solutions for your facility.

Phone
+1 (210) 975-1390
Email
info@citrusmedinc.com
Office
Citrus Med Incorporated
7550 W Interstate-10, Suite 800-050
San Antonio, TX 78229

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