Newborns

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.

Newborn baby on morphine/What are risk factors?

My baby was born prematurely (5 wks) and required surgery on her first day for gastroschisis. She is now on morphine (day 3) and I am very worried about the consequences. Does anyone know of any alternatives it seems such a strong drug for such a tiny baby 4 lbs. 4 oz. Thanks you so much! Feeling...

by Guest over a year ago

Problem with heart beat

Hi, Today I took my one and half month baby to Doctor for vaccination. As a part of observation Doctor said that my baby heart beat is 160. My baby is also having cold slightly. Finally Doctor asked me to come for another check up after 3 days. Even after if the heart beat persits 160 he is...

by radhika_jakku32703 over a year ago

Comments and reviews on article "Pertussis Vaccine: DTaP Vaccination Protects Children Against Dipht

Users comments and reviews on article Pertussis Vaccine: DTaP Vaccination Protects Children Against Diphtheria, Tetanus, and the Bacteria by Sandra Reichstetter, Ph.D

by Guest over a year ago

Can microcephalia be a part of the aicardi syndrome?

Like most conditions, aicardi syndrome is not always the same for every patient and different variations of the disease can be shown. My best friend's baby is said to have aicardi syndrome and they are continuing the pregnancy, and I was hoping you could tell me if microcephalia can be a part of the...

by franz835180440 over a year ago

mary jane being in a baby's system

my friend is 36 weeks pregante. i am worried that she will get tested at the hosp. and her baby taken away. she doesn't believe me that they would take her baby away for just a little puffs. what should i do to help the baby?

by tokerchick420103081 over a year ago

Are there any cure for adrenomyeloneuropathy?

Can I get some advice please? I have a friend's whose baby has been diagnosed with a rare disorder called adrenomyeloneuropathy. She has been in and out of hospital and I was hoping to get some more information about this disorder. Is there a cure for adrenomyeloneuropathy? What treatment do they...

by torry737183003 over a year ago

The procedures to handle a baby

To whom may concern! we are young married couple. ma wife is now pregnant of about six months. we are all young, in family matters! ma wife is well attending clinic every month. But we dont konow how to care for the baby, when she will deliver. is there anyone can give us shortly what to do?

by super3532 over a year ago

Canadian twins born joined at the head

Twin girls from Canada, Krista and Tatiana, were delivered by caesarean section two days ago. They represent a very rare case of conjoined twins at their heads. So far, they are doing fine but it is not yet know if they can be separated. They are still very small and weak to undergo any tests. It...

by Jannie3486 over a year ago

my 61/2 month old did a large hard stool?

Answered by a doctor

what is best to give for constipation, i have been told small amount of prunes or a teaspoon of diluted brown sugar... i have been feeding her pumpkin, sweet potato, potato and small amount of peeled grapes mashed in farax for brekkie.

by Guest over a year ago

Work conditions influence the infants’ weight

Many occupational conditions which pregnant women have gone through can increase the possibility of having a small infant. One of the main risk factors is having an irregular or shift-work schedule. It is good news that eliminating these factors before the 24th week of pregnancy can bring the odds...

by Jane232591 over a year ago