Question
What should parents be aware of after a newborn is born? Especially when they notice the baby has developed skin jaundice, how should they respond?
Answer
Parents of newborns should closely monitor the baby’s overall condition, including their mental state, sleep patterns, feeding abilities, and any signs of distress, such as strabismus, muscle stiffness, or seizures, to detect serious conditions early and treat them promptly. At the same time, they should closely monitor the baby’s heart rate, heart sounds, anemia level, and changes in liver size to prevent and treat heart failure. Additionally, maintaining the cleanliness of the baby’s skin, umbilical area, and buttocks to prevent damage and infection is an important part of daily care.