Adding a newborn baby to your family is truly a blessing. Of course, you want your little one to be as happy and healthy as possible. However, not all babies are born with a full bill of health, and there may be specific illnesses you should look out for. Here are some common illnesses your newborn care physicians want you to be on alert for. [...]
Caring for a newborn can be both exciting and challenging, especially for first-time parents. As they navigate this new journey, parents often encounter a wealth of advice and information from various sources. However, it's important to separate fact from fiction when it comes to newborn care. In this blog post, we will debunk four common myths about newborn care, providing accurate information to help parents [...]
A newborn infant, also known as a neonate, refers to a child who is less than 28 days old. Newborns are most vulnerable to death and infections during this period because their immunity and body systems are not fully developed yet. As a result of the delicate nature of newborns, parents liaise greatly with specialized newborn care physicians, who are also known as neonatologists, to [...]
Going to the doctor with your children can be scary, especially for first-time parents. But it's important to know when to take your child to the doctor in an emergency because one decision can save their life. Additionally, getting pediatric checks can prevent any illnesses from developing further, and the specialist should be able to uncover any possible underlying conditions. According to the CDC, it's [...]
After your newborn leaves the hospital, you'll need to schedule your first pediatrician visit. During this visit, you'll learn quite a bit about everything from why doctors measure a baby's head to newborn care. Here are a few things that you can expect. Weight Check Doctors will weigh your little one at every appointment. Then, they will chart their growth. This growth chart will stay [...]
Finding out that you're going to have a new baby can be both an exciting and hectic time. From trying to eat all the correct foods and getting your prenatal vitamins to trying to paint a nursery, there's a lot of things you have to think about before your baby is born. You'll be going to doctor's visits on a regular basis for yourself until [...]
With a new child in the family, there are plenty of worries many parents have. One of the most common concerns of new parents is if their child is healthy and developing as expected. Luckily, pediatric physicians have a few common symptoms and signs to look for when checking on the development of infants. Hearing And Vision When it comes to pediatric care, one of [...]
In America, every state has a newborn hearing screening. More than 95% of newborns undergo a hearing test in their very first month. This is important considering that one to three babies out of every 1,000 babies will have some level of hearing loss. What exactly is a hearing test? Types of Hearing Tests Hearing tests are performed at hospitals or birthing centers. They take [...]
While it’s recommended by all health experts that mothers breastfeed their newborns (breastmilk is packed with incredible nutrients!), not all moms can. Some mothers, unfortunately, can’t breastfeed due to lactation failure, meaning their breastmilk supply is too low. While baby formula may not have the same nutrients as natural breastmilk, it’s still efficient enough to keep your newborn healthy. However, some moms who can’t breastfeed [...]
Getting your child his or her first pair of glasses can be a bit of a tough sell. Kids don’t like being teased and knowing anybody could call him or her “Four Eyes” may mean s/he won’t be on board with the idea. Not at first, anyway. You can try out the following tips to help you ease your child into wearing his/her first pair. [...]
