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… month? Amazing changes are happening in your newborn's development. Babies' brains develop … up a lot for brief periods and need feeding, diapering, and attention. Nights of long, … Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions Quick Tips: Getting Baby to Sleep Signs That Your …
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… Conditions Basics What is jaundice in newborns? Jaundice is a yellow tint to a … for having too much bilirubin in the blood is hyperbilirubinemia (say …
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… a baby's bottom or genitals that is caused by wearing a wet diaper for a long time. Urine … dots are called petechiae (say "puh-TEE-kee-eye"). These are specks of blood that have … or disappear as a child grows older. Salmon patches, also called stork bites or angel …
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… Babies don't need a bath every day, but they … bathe your baby for the first time. General tips Wash your baby's face, neck, hands and … Useful resources Child safety: Bathing … Babies don't need a bath every day, but they …
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Overview You can watch your baby's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your baby might have hearing loss. Does your baby: Listen to speech? Turn to you when you speak? Smile …
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… at least 8 times in a 24-hour period. Feedings may last only a few minutes. Over … often. By 2 months, most babies have a set feeding routine. But your baby's routine may … had enough to eat? Babies give cues during feeding that indicate how hungry they are. Pay …
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… midwife may not know about. Newborn screening finds babies who may have one of these rare disorders. Finding and treating these disorders early … all and has one of these disorders. How do I find out the results of the screening? Your …
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… Newborn communication can be subtle. Look for signs—such as bright eyes and wiggling arms … Newborn communication can be subtle. Look for signs—such as bright eyes and wiggling arms …
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… naturally develop an emotional bond with your newborn simply by spending time together, … keep the following in mind. Respond to your newborn's crying. Newborn babies cannot act with forethought, so they …
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… or visit the BC Newborn Screening Program . Useful resources: Newborn blood spot card …
