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The newborn board is all about baby health, growth and development. Browse these topics or ask questions to learn about hearing, reflexes, temperament, breastfeeding, choosing formula, vitamins, infant formula basics, DHA and ARA and common and less common problems like allergic colitis, jaundice, constipation, (diaper) rashes, hydrocele, birth marks, fever, spina bifida, watery eyes, upper respiratory infections, thrush, and SIDS.

methadone treatments and babies

Answered by a doctor

My niece is currently pregnant and on methadone treatments daily. Her mother is giving her daughter a baby shower before the birth of the child. Is this wise? The family is very upset feeling the baby shower should wait until after the birth, because what if something is terribly wrong. Can the...

by User avatar Guest

What increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome?

Hello, this is my first pregnancy, seventh month. Doctors are very worried; they say that the possibility of the premature delivery is very high. And that makes me frightened because I have heard a lot about the sudden infant death syndrome. What increases that risk? Will my baby be ok?

by User avatar neille151652886

about 2 month old baby's stool with blood

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I have a baby boy who is only 2 monyhs old. some times in his stol blood is coming and by seening that iam quite nervous.I couldn't understand why did this happen?could you suggest me what typre of precation shoud i take. and wht type of medicine should i give to him.

by User avatar niharika behera

When the right time is to start with baby?s bedtime routine?

I have a four month old and I am starting to wonder when we should introduce a bedtime routine for her. So far, she naps whenever she wants, and I mostly wear her in my baby bjorn or just carry her in my arms. At night, she sleeps in her crib but I only put her in when she falls asleep by herself,...

by User avatar jannelle537138684

Can fetal alcohol syndrome be diagnosed before a baby' birth?

Hello. My sister is pregnant; however she has been consuming alcohol in this period. I am afraid this might have repercussions on a baby’s health. She is 7 months pregnant, so I am wondering whether fetal alcohol syndrome can be diagnosed before a baby’s birth. Is this possible? I would...

by User avatar Guest

French Doctors Successfully Separate Twins Joined At Spine

Fifteen-month-old twins Mohamed and Souleymane were diagnosed as Siamese twins before they were born. These two boys weighted only 1.7 pounds each were conjoined at the base of the spine and kept in the hospital until they gained enough strength to be operated. Their surgery took place on December...

by User avatar Lori2592

Blood in umbilical cord

hi,I am 20year old, blood comes from my umbilical cord.. I dont know what is the reason, Tell me what may be the problem

by User avatar Guest

possible results of fetal exposure to alcohol?

Hello, folks. I have a colleague who is pregnant. However, I have noticed that she has been using alcohol in spite the fact she is pregnant. I would like to know something about the possible results of fetal exposure to alcohol. I hope someone could help me with this. Thanks in advance.

by User avatar harp40165

Comments and reviews on article "Baby Bathing Basics: First-time Parents Guide to Newborn Baths"

Users comments and reviews on article Baby Bathing Basics: First-time Parents Guide to Newborn Baths by Ratnakar Kini, MD

by User avatar Guest

motor dysfunction in newborns

Hello, guys. My cousin has just delivered a baby. We are so happy, but the neonatologist says that he can have a certain motor dysfunction. I am not sure what he thinks about. I would like to know which motor dysfunctions there are in newborns. Thank you for all your replies.

by User avatar chance79372794