Physical Characteristics
How long between feedings at night?
2-3 hours
Whose faces do babies prefer most?
At what age will the baby produce visible tears?
About 1 month
How often do most newborns eat?
every 2-3 hours
In a 24 hours period, how many hours are spend sleeping as a newborn?
12-16 hours
Why is a baby's head an irregular shape?
The birthing process presses on their fontanels
What sounds can babies most often recognize?
Mother's voice and some melodies
How does the baby communicate with the caregiver?
Crying
What is a challenge to breast feeding?
Cannot track intake
Painful for the mother
Latching challenges
In relation to sleep, what has a newborn not developed yet?
Sleep-wake routine
How long can acrocyanosis continue after birth?
Up to several days after birth
What do babies do when they are not properly stimulated?
What are newborns incapable of forming?
Tears
What is a bottle feeding challenge?
Costly
Does not change to fit needs of baby
Not as many nutrients
What is typical play for a newborn?
smiles, giggles, and body movements
What color is a baby's skin when they are first born?
Dark red to purple
How far can babies focus their eyes on objects?
1 foot away
What are smiles typically a sign of in infants?
Gas
How many ounces is normal for a newborn to drink in the first couple days of life? (each feed)
1/2 ounce
Eye contact, smiling, cooing, and crying are all examples of what?
behaviors in a newborn
How long will baby's breasts appear swollen after birth?
about 2-4 weeks
What happens when infants become interested in new objects?
They will turn their head toward them
What is the meaning behind the baby's facial expressions?
They typically have no meaning
Name two benefits to breast feeding.
Natural antibodies
Builds a connection with mother
Lots of nutrients
Cheap
Breast milk changes with the baby
How long are the brief periods of sleep cycles that newborns typically sleep in?
20-50 minutes