As parents, when you notice your newborn showing signs of jaundice, you might feel anxious and worried. This article will provide information about jaundice and how to cope with and treat this condition.
When treating newborn jaundice with blue light therapy, is it necessary to use dark, light-blocking diapers to protect the newborn’s testicles? Is it feasible to use regular diapers?
Discussion on the use of umbilical cord wrapping as a treatment for umbilical inflammation in newborns.
Inquire about whether a one-month-old baby lifting its head is normal, and how to judge the baby’s health condition.
It is usually normal for a baby’s urine to be blood-tinged after birth, but a regular stool examination should be conducted to ensure there is no bacterial infection. Parents should promptly take their child to a top-tier hospital for examination and treatment, and pay attention to regular checks and symptomatic treatment.
Is it normal for a newborn to not cry or disturb on the fifth day after birth, and have jaundice?
After a newborn’s umbilical cord falls off, if a white flesh lump is found, it may be an abscess with signs of infection. It is recommended to thoroughly disinfect the umbilical cord area with a cotton swab, ensuring that the disinfection is done thoroughly as the umbilical cord area lacks sensation and the child will not feel pain. When bathing the child, avoid getting water in the umbilical pouch to prevent infection. At the same time, when using diapers, be careful not to cover the umbilical pouch to maintain ventilation.
Inquire about whether it is normal for a newborn to not gain weight after a month in the hospital, and how to deal with the issues of the baby crying constantly and having poor appetite.
Inquires whether it is normal for a newborn’s navel to shed accompanied by bleeding, and provides treatment methods.
Typically, a newborn’s umbilical cord falls off naturally within about a week after birth. If it has not fallen off by the expected time, it is important to carefully observe for any signs of secretion or infection at the cord’s attachment site.