feeding
Why can't I give my baby honey?
It can contain spores of a bacterium , which can produce toxins in a baby's immature digestive system.
How much sleep does a newborn need?
what is, 14-17 hours a day
How many hours a day do newborns cry?
2-3 hours per day
What's the normal body temperature for infants?
what is, 36.4 Celsius (or 97.5 Fahrenheit)
When should the first appointment for your newborn be?
what is, 2-3 days after arriving home from the hospital
How much food should my baby eat a day?
what is, 8-12 times a day, but the baby will tell you when they are hungry.
Where should babies sleep?
what is, crib mattress with no bedding
When newborns cry, the main thing they are saying is?
what is, they want sleep
When to see a healthcare provider when your baby is hot?
what is, When your child's temperature is 38 Celsius or above.
How often should your child see a doctor in their first year?
what is, Every 2-2.5 months (6 times a year).
When should I burp my baby during feeding?
what is, Half way through & after the food is done
Babies sleeping on their backs helps prevent?
what is, Sudden infant death syndrome (SID)
What is a calming technique for babies that can reduce excessive crying?
what is, swaddling
What medication can you use to treat a fever?
what is, Tylenol and ibuprofen (6 months)
What happens each baby visit?
what is, Measurements, physical exams, milestones, and reflexes/behaviors.
What are the two positions for burning a baby?
what is, Shoulder burp & sitting burp
What is it called when newborns don’t have a set sleep schedule?
what is Circadian rhythm
Newborns may cry when they experience physical discomfort, especially during pr after feeding.
what is, gas or trapped wind
What are alternatives to a digital thermometer?
what is, Ear/skin-strip thermometers.
What are common concerns for newborn babies?
what is, Sleeping habits, diet, and milestones.
What is the first recommended solid food for babies, ofton introduced around 6 months?
what is, Rice cereal
how many naps do babies normally have in one day?
what is, 4-6 naps per day
When a baby faces excessive amounts of crying, what is this diagnosis?
What causes a high temperature in an infant?
what is, your child's body is trying to fight an infection
What is the first vaccine your child receives?
what is, Hepatitis B