Pediatric Expert Guidance
Essential Newborn CareGuide
Comprehensive newborn care guidance for new parents. Learn essential skills for feeding, sleeping, safety, and development from certified pediatric professionals.
Essential Newborn Care
Master the fundamental skills every new parent needs to care for their newborn safely and confidently.
Breastfeeding Basics
Breastfeeding provides optimal nutrition and bonding. Learn proper positioning, latch techniques, and feeding schedules.
Key Points:
- • Feed on demand (8-12 times per day)
- • Ensure proper latch to prevent pain
- • Watch for hunger cues (rooting, sucking)
- • Burp baby after feeding
- • Stay hydrated and eat well
Formula Feeding
Formula feeding can be a healthy choice. Learn about preparation, sterilization, and feeding schedules for formula-fed babies.
Essential Steps:
- • Sterilize bottles and nipples
- • Follow formula mixing instructions exactly
- • Test temperature on your wrist
- • Feed 2-3 ounces every 2-3 hours
- • Discard unused formula after 1 hour
When to Call Your Pediatrician
Know the warning signs that require immediate medical attention for your newborn.
Call 911 Immediately
- • Difficulty breathing or turning blue
- • Unresponsive or extremely lethargic
- • Seizures or unusual jerking movements
- • Severe vomiting or signs of dehydration
- • Fever over 100.4°F (38°C) in babies under 3 months
- • Any concerns about baby's immediate safety
Contact Pediatrician
- • Poor feeding or refusing to eat
- • Fewer than 6 wet diapers per day after day 5
- • Persistent crying or fussiness
- • Unusual rash or skin changes
- • Vomiting (not just spitting up)
- • Changes in sleep patterns or alertness
- • Any parental concerns about baby's health
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