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… blood (sepsis), lung (pneumonia), or tissues around the brain and spinal cord (meningitis). … blood (sepsis), lung (pneumonia), or tissues around the brain and spinal cord (meningitis). …
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106 What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A Streptococcus bacteria, also known as GAS or strep, can infect anyone at any age. Infections generally result in mild illnesses. The most common …
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… Lip Cleft Palate Club Foot Drug Withdrawal in Newborns (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome) … immune system and encourage a bond. Cognitive Growth in Newborns Helping Your Newborn Learn Language Development in Newborns Physical Growth in Newborns Sensory and Motor …
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… baby during the birth, it can cause serious health problems for your baby. If you have … Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah … Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah …
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… The skin absorbs the light, which changes the bilirubin so that the body can … get rid of the extra bilirubin. If you are breastfeeding, feed your baby about 8 to 12 … for help. Related Information Bilirubin Test Breastfeeding Growth and Development, Newborn …
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What are respiratory problems? When a newborn has respiratory problems, it means that the baby is having trouble breathing. If your baby was born early, the lungs may not be not strong enough to do …
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… is sensitive to temperature, pressure, and pain. Newborns like gentle handling and to … is sensitive to temperature, pressure, and pain. Newborns like gentle handling and to …
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Overview Speech and language lessons start in the uterus. Your developing baby hears and responds to familiar voices. Soon after birth, your baby prefers and responds more to the mother's voice than …
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Overview Your newborn starts to communicate with you right away. Newborns need and, in their own way, ask for social interaction with others. They communicate by moving their arms and legs. They gaze …
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… the mother used certain drugs while she was pregnant. These drugs may include prescription medicines or illegal drugs. Some … examples are heroin, methadone, morphine, buprenorphine, and hydromorphone. The drugs in …
