BABY BASICS
What are two essential items needed to change a baby's diaper
Diapers and baby wipes
What is the safest position for a baby to sleep in?
A. On their stomach
B. On their side
C. On their back
D. Sitting upright
C. On their back
Placing babies on their backs for every sleep reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Which of the following is a necessity for a newborn?
A. Designer shoes
B. Diapers
C. A luxury stroller
D. A baby jewelry set
B. Diapers
True or False: Newborn babies can recognize familiar voices
TRUE
What type of healthcare professional typically provides routine medical care for infants and children?
A pediatrician
How often should a new born be fed?
A: Every 6-12 hours
B: Every 2-3 hours
C: Every 5 hours
D: Only when they cry
B: Every 2-3 hours
True or False: It is safe to leave a baby unattended on a changing table as long as they cannot crawl.
FALSE
Babies can move unexpectedly and fall, even before they can crawl.
True or False: Buying the most expensive baby products automatically means they are safer or better.
FALSE
Approximately how many hours do newborns typically sleep within a 24-hour period?
A. 5–8 hours
B. 8–10 hours
C. 14–17 hours
D. 20–24 hours
C. 14–17 hours.
True or False: Babies younger than six months should routinely drink water in addition to breast milk or formula.
FALSE
Breast milk or properly prepared infant formula generally provides the hydration babies need during their first six months. Extra water can be dangerous unless specifically directed by a healthcare professional.
Why is it important to burp a baby during or after feeding?
To help release swallowed air and reduce discomfort
At what age should a child switch from a rear-facing car seat to a forward-facing car seat?
A. 6 months
B. 1 year
C. 2 years, regardless of size
D. When they exceed the rear-facing height or weight limit of their car seat
D. When they exceed the rear-facing height or weight limit of their car seat
Children should remain rear-facing as long as their car seat's height and weight limits allow.
A parent has $100 left in their baby budget. They need diapers, formula, and a new baby outfit for pictures. Which purchases should they prioritize?
Diapers and formula
What is the name of the soft spot on a baby's head?
Fontanelle.
What is considered a fever in a newborn or young infant?
A. 97°F
B. 98.6°F
C. 100.4°F or higher
D. 99°F
C. 100.4°F or higher.
What is the difference between a baby's basic needs and wants? Give an example of each
Need: Something that a baby truly cannot live without
Want: Optional purchase that parents deem necessary for baby
Why should parents avoid placing blankets, stuffed animals, and pillows inside a newborn's crib?
They increase the risk of suffocation and sleep-related infant deaths.
What is one major financial benefit of breastfeeding compared with formula feeding?
Breastfeeding can reduce the cost of purchasing infant formula.
Which of the five senses is the least developed when a baby is born?
Sight
Newborns have blurry vision and can see best at a distance of approximately 8–12 inches. Their vision gradually improves as they grow.
Why are routine pediatric checkups important during a baby's first year?
They help monitor growth, development, nutrition, and overall health.
What are the three main ways babies communicate their needs before they can talk?
Crying, body movements, and facial expressions.
Why should parents never microwave a baby's bottle to warm breast milk or formula?
Microwaves can heat milk unevenly, creating hot spots that can burn a baby's mouth.
A parent earns $2,000 per month and spends $800 on rent, $300 on groceries, $200 on transportation, and $250 on other bills. How much money remains for baby expenses and savings?
$450
What is the medical term for the yellowish discoloration of a newborn's skin and eyes caused by a buildup of bilirubin?
Jaundice
Newborn jaundice is common because a baby's liver is still developing its ability to process bilirubin.
Why should babies under 12 months old never be given honey?
A. It can cause allergic reactions
B. It can cause infant botulism
C. It contains too much sugar
D. It can damage their teeth
B. It can cause infant botulism.