How To Prepare Infant Formula Infant formula is an alternative to breast milk. It comes in three forms: Powder. Concentrated liquid (liquid concentrate). Ready-to-use. Before you prepare formula Check the expiration date on the formula. Do not use formula that has expired. Check the label on the formula to see if you need to add water to …
How to Suction a Tracheostomy Tube in Newborn A tracheostomy, or trach, is a surgically created opening in the trachea. A tracheostomy tube, or trach tube, is a flexible tube that is placed in a hole (stoma) in the trachea. It is important to suction your baby’s trach tube two or more times a day. …
What is Hypospadias Hypospadias is a fairly common birth defect in male babies. It occurs when the opening of the urethra is not in the usual place at the tip of the penis. The urethra is the part of the body that drains urine from the bladder out of the body. In a baby with …
What is Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy in Newborn (HIE) Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy is a brain injury that occurs in newborns when the brain does not get enough oxygen. It can result in temporary or permanent injury. It can develop before, during, or just after birth. If this occurs, your baby will likely need further testing, monitoring, …
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What is Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Infants (ECMO) Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is a treatment that uses a machine called an oxygenator to do the work that the heart and lungs normally do. This treatment may be used: Before an operation to give the heart and lungs time to rest. After an operation to give the …
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What is an Exchange Transfusion in Newborns An exchange transfusion is a procedure that removes your baby’s blood in small amounts and replaces it with donor blood or the yellow-colored liquid part of blood (plasma). What are some reasons why my baby might need an exchange transfusion? Your baby may need an exchange transfusion if …
What is Diaper Rash Diaper rash is a common condition in which skin in the diaper area becomes red and inflamed. What are the causes? Causes of this condition include: Irritation. The diaper area may become irritated: Through contact with urine or stool. If the area is wet and the diapers are not changed for …