Diapers/Diaper Rash
You have two choices in diapers—cloth or disposable, and each type has advantages. You must decide which works best for your child and family.
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Infant Play
Hang brightly colored objects near your newborn. Sing and talk to your baby. Rock your baby, and take him or her for walks.
Assessments for Newborn Babies
Nutrition and Fluids for Your Baby in the NICU
When your baby is in the neonatal intensive care unit, your main concern is getting her healthy and home. Taking food by the mouth and gaining weight are two important steps toward that goal. Find out what happens to help your baby get there, including the role you play.
Parenting in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
In most cases, you can be with your baby in the NICU at any time. The staff of the NICU will give you instructions on special handwashing techniques before entering the area.
Warmth and Temperature Regulation
Premature and low birthweight babies may be too immature to regulate their own temperature, even in a warm environment. Even full-term and healthy newborns may not be able to maintain their body temperature if the environment is too cold.
First Trimester Screening
Screening during the first trimester is a combination of ultrasound and two blood tests. These tests can help determine the risk of certain birth defects.
Bathing and Skin Care
Bath time is a great time to bond with your newborn while keeping his/her skin healthy and cuddly soft. Get the facts—and proper supplies—to make these moments safe and enjoyable for both you and baby.
Newborn-Reflexes
Ever wonder why your baby flings his arms out sideways when startled? This reaction — called the Moro reflex — is one of many natural reflexes your newborn should exhibit. Read on to learn about common newborn reflexes and what they mean.
Newborn-Senses
Babies are born with the ability to focus only at close range—about eight to 10 inches, or the distance between a mother's face to the baby in her arms.