Articles about "lungs" 41
Premature labor and birth
A baby born before the end of week 37, is considered premature. There are many reasons for why a premature birth may occur...
Can my newborn sleep alone?
It is up to you where your
newborn sleeps. Some parents want to co-sleep and some have their baby in their
room in a separate crib; others find their baby’s night-time snuffles and
whimpers prevent . . .
Tests and checks for newborns babies
Immediately after your baby is born, a series of checks will be performed on him, just to make sure everything is working properly.
When each test is being performed on your newborn, ask what the te . . .
Basic first aid
As a parent, it can be essential to know basic first aid.
Fitness for birth
Childbirth is one of the most intensely exhausting and physically demanding events you’ll ever experience and it’s important to prepare your body adequately.
For the average fit and healthy woman, th . . .
Checking your baby’s breathing at night
Often
new parents find themselves checking their baby’s breathing during the night.
This is absolutely normal and nothing to be embarrassed about. However, if
you’re constantly checking and worryin . . .
Down syndrome blood screening test
Down
syndrome is the most common birth abnormality in the US – each year around
6,000 babies are born with the condition. Babies with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome 21 in
every cell, making . . .
Which diseases does my child receive vaccinations against?
The immunization program
recommends the following vaccines for your child from birth on. Keep in mind
that most public schools will not permit you to enroll your child if he hasn’t
been immunized.& . . .
Choking: what to do
Once babies have discovered their hands and learnt to grasp objects they tend to put everything in their mouths.
Keep an eye on your child when he’s eating or playing, in case he puts someth . . .
Reflux in babies
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is different from the spitting up that many babies do if they’ve taken in too much milk.
It happens more consistently and your baby is likely t . . .