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Newborn Warning Signs

Warning signs that may indicate a possible problem in your newborn include no urine in the first 24 hours at home; a rectal temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher; or a rapid breathing rate. 

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Care of the Baby in the Delivery Room

A newborn baby is wet from the amniotic fluid and can easily become cold. Drying the baby and using warm blankets and heat lamps can help prevent heat loss. Often a knitted hat is placed on the baby's head.  

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Caring for the Mother: Physically and Emotionally

Nap when your baby naps. Take warm, shallow baths several times a day if you had stitches after delivery. Wear a supportive bra and use warm compresses to help with milk letdown. 

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Exercise During Pregnancy

If you exercised before pregnancy, you can safely continue exercising. If you were inactive or you have medical complications, talk with your doctor before beginning to exercise.  

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Postpartum Care

Detailed information on caring for the mother physically and emotionally following childbirth, including information on postpartum depression 

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Sex During Pregnancy

In most cases, sex during pregnancy is safe. In fact, with your doctor's approval, sexual relations can continue until delivery. 

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Surgery and the Breastfeeding Infant

If your baby requires surgery, you may feel helpless. But there’s something you can do to make the experience a little less traumatic: breastfeed. Not only is it comforting for your baby, but nursing will provide the most nutritious and easily digestible food for a healing body. 

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