Umbilical Cord Care
In a few weeks, your baby will have the cutest little belly button. But right now the healing remains of his umbilical cord need special care. Here’s how to make sure the cord remainder stays infection-free.
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In a few weeks, your baby will have the cutest little belly button. But right now the healing remains of his umbilical cord need special care. Here’s how to make sure the cord remainder stays infection-free.
Healthy babies born in a vaginal delivery are usually able to stay with the mother. In many cases, immediate newborn evaluations are performed right in the mother’s room.
Some babies may have difficulty at birth. These include babies who are born prematurely, have a difficult delivery, or have birth defects. Here’s what you need to know.
Because babies born by cesarean may have difficulty clearing some of the lung fluid and mucus, extra suctioning of the nose, mouth, and throat are often needed.
Detailed information on bottle-feeding, including information on the different types of baby formulas.
The first weeks of breastfeeding should be considered a learning period for both you and your baby. Here’s what you need to know.