Newborn/Infant Review

How often should your baby visit the doctor for a checkup?

0-1: 7 times

1-2: every 4 mos

2-3: every 6 mos

3+: every year

4 things that occur at a typical checkup

1. Growth test

2. Hearing test

3. Blood test

4. Breathing rate test

Shots given to babies

• Hepatitis B

• RSV

• Rotavirus

• HIB

• PCV

• DTaP

2 disadvantages of making your own baby food

1. Expensive

2. Time consuming

2 advantages of making your own baby food

1. Convenient

2. Flexible

When can you give a baby solid food?

6 months

1st food given to babies

Cereals

What is the 4 day wait rule

Wait 4 days to introduce new foods in case of allergies

What is a reflex

Involuntary reactions to stimulations

What is a root reflex

Reflex due to stimulation of their mouth, helps feed

When does a baby develop the sucking reflex?

32nd-36th weeks of pregnancy

When does a baby develop the voluntary sucking reflex?

2-4 months

2 advantages of cloth diapers

1. Cheap

2. Reusable

2 disadvantages of cloth diapers

1. More work

2. More laundry

How to clean a cloth diaper

Wash with soap and water

Steps in cleaning cloth diapers

1. Dispose of mess

2. Rinse and wash diapers

3. Sun dry

2 advantages of disposable diapers

1. Convineant on the go

2. Variety

2 disadvantages of disposable diapers

1. Expensive

2. Bad for enviornment

Steps in diapering with a disposable diaper

1. Prepare

2. Clean child

3. Remove trash

4. Replace diaper

5. Wash childs hands

6. Clean up

Why is it important to wipe from front to back

Reduce risk of infection

3 types of baths

1. Bath seats

2. Inflatable bath

3. Sponge bath

When can you give a tub bath?

After 1st week

Water temp in a bath

90 degrees or lower

Tips for a successful bath experience

• Gentle soap

• Keep baby warm

• 1 hand on baby at all times

Which direction should a car seat face in the car?

Based on age and car seat type, back for as long as possible

What should you look for when picking out a car seat?

• Good head padding

• Stong harness

• Harness adjusters

Where should you place a car seat in a car?

Middle in the back away from air bags

Difference between infant car seats and convertible car seats

Infant: Small and compact, portible

Convertible: Grows w/ kid, not portible

Why are infant massages important?

Induces stimulation and relaxation

Can you use baby oil on your baby?

No

Why is reading important?

Helps baby pick up language skills early

What types of books should you choose?

• Bright pictures

• Interesting

• Interactive

• Simple words

• Repetition

When should you begin reading?

Right from birth

Why is play important?

Stress coping, improves emotional intellegence, develops social skills

What are good activities/toys for infants

• Shape block boxes

• Giraffe toy

• Plastic rings

• Tummy time

2 safety concerns with toys

1. Choking

2. Sharp points or edges

What are benefits of infant sign language?

• Early communication skills

• Increases bond

• Induces self esteem

• Reduces frustration

• Long term benefits

How do babies learn sign language?

• Start at 6-7 months

• Use signs that bring joy

• Repetition

• Patience

• Speak as you sign

Basic signs

• More

• Eat

• Please

• All done

• Thank you

• ILY

What are the 5 S’s that comforts a crying baby?

Swaddling

Side/stomach position

Shushing

Swinging

Sucking

What is shaken baby syndrome?

When a baby is severly shook, can cause brain damage or death

Why do babies cry?

Hunger, tiredness, lower gas, burp, discomfort

Why do you need to place a baby face up?

Reduce risk of SIDS

Difference between co sleeping and bed sharing

Co sleeping: Sleep in close proximity

Bed sharing: Sleep in same bed as parent

1 safe sleep guideline

Put infants on back

2 tips when selecting a daycare

1. Start early

2. Make calls and go searching

What is separation anxiety?

When an infant cries because a parent leaves their sight

How can you reduce separation anxiety?

Work towards long separations and leave a soft toy behind

3 types of formula

1. Ready to feed

2. Liquid concentrate

3. Powder

What to consider when choosing a bottle

• Size

• Colic baby

• Material

• Brand

How to prepare a bottle

• Read directions carefully

• Watch the temp

• Let bubbles settle

• Dont shake

How to burp a baby

Lift up gently and pat back to let bubbles out