The moment has finally arrived. After months of waiting, your baby is here. In the flurry of activity that follows delivery, you might notice the medical team gathered around a small warmer, quietly calling out numbers—”8 at one minute,” “9 at five minutes.” If you’ve ever wondered what those numbers mean or worried about them … Read more
This article is for educational purposes only. Always consult a pediatrician or neonatologist immediately if you notice breathing difficulties in a newborn. Welcoming a new baby into the world is an exciting and relieving experience. However, when a baby struggles to breathe or stops breathing entirely, it can be worrisome for parents. According to the … Read more
Every parent knows a baby’s skin is very special. After being inside the womb for months, your newborn’s skin meets new things. Dry skin on newborns worries many parents, but knowing about it helps a lot. Newborn dry skin is not just about looks. It’s a big change for your baby’s skin. The skin barrier … Read more
The body of a newborn is less able to control its temperature than that of an adult. Maintaining the proper room temperature for newborns reduces the incidence of SIDS, promotes safe sleep, and helps avoid overheating. A newborn should be kept in a setting that is between 20°C and 22°C (68°F and 72°F). For naps … Read more
As a new parent, it’s natural to feel concerned when you notice newborn skin peeling on hands, especially when your baby’s delicate skin starts to flake. Nearly all newborns experience some degree of skin peeling after birth, and it’s usually a normal part of their development. In this article, I’ll walk you through what to … Read more
A common and important question for expectant and new parents is, what vaccines are given to newborns in the hospital? One vital vaccination and two additional crucial medical procedures that are standard care during the first few hours of life are included in the solution. When your baby is most at risk, these precautions are meant to … Read more
Bathing your newborn for the first time is a special moment, but it can also feel overwhelming—especially when their tiny umbilical cord stump is still healing. If you’re wondering how to bathe a newborn with umbilical cord safely, you’re not alone. As a parent who has been through this, I understand the worry. The good … Read more
Why does a newborn need a hepatitis B vaccine? For new parents, this is an important question. The first dose of the hepatitis B vaccine is administered within the first 24 hours of birth to provide immediate, life-saving protection against a serious liver infection. This has been the obvious medical response for decades. The fundamental medical … Read more
Those tiny snuffling, grunting, or whistling sounds can worry any new parent—especially at night. If you’re asking, “Why does my newborn sound congested?”, you’re not alone—this is one of the most common newborn concerns in the U.S. The good news: noisy breathing is often normal in healthy newborns because their nasal passages are very small. … Read more
As a new parent, one of your biggest concerns is your baby’s health. A fever can be particularly alarming, especially if you’re unsure what it means or when to seek medical help. A fever in newborns is a body temperature that’s higher than normal. For newborns, a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher, or … Read more