Dr. María del Pilar Sánchez tells us about the care of the newborn baby at Barranquilla
Pediatrics
Author: María Del Pilar Sánchez CortésModified date:
How do I heal a newborn baby's belly button?
The navel should be washed with soap and water and the most important thing is that it is dry.
If the navel turns red, a bad smell is the reason for an emergency consultation.
Should I give water to a newborn baby?
Babies cannot receive anything other than breast milk or formula before 6 months of age. Especially before 4 months.
How often should I breastfeed my newborn baby?
Breastfeeding should be on demand, that is, how many times the baby wants.
How many bowel movements should a newborn baby have?
Generally, a breastfed baby has a stool every time he eats, this can vary in some children depending on the type of feeding they are receiving.
In what position should newborn babies sleep?
Babies should always sleep on their back, there should be no pillow, dolls or heavy blankets on the bed.
How often should I change the diaper of a newborn baby?
The diaper should be changed with each bowel movement and when it feels full of urine.
How many times should I bathe a newborn baby?
Initially the bath is done once a day and as the child grows older, especially in cities like ours where it is hot, it could be done twice a day. This is in full-term babies who are not underweight.
How do I do if a newborn baby does not receive a breast?
It would be necessary to assess what is the cause of not receiving breast, the first thing is to assess the breastfeeding technique and help the mother so that the baby can have a good latch and breastfeeding is successful.
How many hours does a newborn baby sleep?
An average newborn baby can sleep about 14 hours, some children can sleep a little more and others sleep a little less. Babies' sleep is not going to be continuous and they wake up frequently, since they have to feed several times.