Where did neonatal nursing begin and how?

Neonatal nursing began in the late 19th century, primarily in France and the United States, as a response to high infant mortality rates. The establishment of specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns was pioneered by physicians such as Dr. Stéphane Tarnier in Paris, who developed the incubator for infants. This advancement led to the creation of neonatal units in hospitals, where nurses were trained to provide specialized care for vulnerable newborns. Over time, neonatal nursing evolved into a distinct specialty, emphasizing both medical and developmental care for infants.