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Handling – for physical care and emotional bonding
Head and neck support Neck muscles cannot support the
head Always keep 1 hand supporting
baby’s neck and head Shaken Baby Syndrome
Usually a result of frustration and anger
Can cause brain damage, broken bones, or death
Put baby in a safe place until you are calm; ask for help
Sleeping – important for growth and repair of the body
Routines Help baby settle down to sleep Usually includes a bath, reading a
story, and gentle rocking Newborns will fall asleep as need Put older babies down for regular
naps Proper position
Be sure crib is free from stuffed toys and other suffocation hazards
Remember: BACK to sleep!
Feeding – nutrients for growth and social development; on demand
Breast Contains all needed nutrients and antibodies Germ-free and easy to digest Fewer ear and respiratory infections; fewer
allergies Mother may need help in learning the best to
hold the baby and get the baby to eat Milk may be expressed and fed by a bottle if
needed
Feeding, cont. Bottle
Mother may be unable to breast feed Allows father and others to bond with baby
during feeding times Formula specially made to meet nutritional
needs Formula and bottles must be properly
prepared NEVER warm in a microwave NEVER prop Discard any formula the baby does not finish
due to bacteria
Feeding, cont.
Burp Twice during a
feeding Pat gently Protect your
clothes! Introduction of
solid foods 4-6 months of age Usually begin with
cereal Introduce new
foods one at a time
Allergies Sign of allergy in
baby may be excessive fussiness, vomiting, 8 or more watery stools
Breast feeding mothers must avoid foods that baby is allergic to
Allergies to eggs, milk, and soy are usually outgrown
Dressing
Comfort Garments should be
comfortable and stretchy so that baby can move easily
Look for designs that make it easy to dress baby and change diapers
Climate appropriate Dress baby in 1 layer more
than an older child or adult
Bathing – for cleanliness and good health
Sponge bath Given until navel
heals Tub bath
Sink or portable bathtub until baby can sit
Preparing for a bath Gather all items needed Test the water
temperature Stay with baby at all
times Was the baby’s face,
hair, and then body Wrap baby quickly in a
towel to prevent chilling
Cradle Cap Yellowish, crusty patches
on the scalp Usually disappears in a
few weeks or months Wash with a mild shampoo
Diapering
Disposable Convenient Keep baby drier Baby may develop a
sensitivity to disposables
Not environmentally friendly
Cloth Most economical if
washed at home More costly than
disposable if provided by a diaper service
Environmentally friendly
Steps in Changing a Diaper
Make sure you have all needed supplies Remove diaper Clean baby wiping from front to back Hold baby’s ankles and slide clean diaper
underneath baby and between legs Fasten Put baby in a safe place Dispose of used supplies
Teething – primary teeth
Pain and relief Gums swell and become tender Baby may be fussy, drool, have a low-grade
fever and want to chew on something hard Massage gums, provide teething ring
Care of teeth Clean with a soft cloth or brush gently Provide fluoride after six months of age
(water) Propped bottles can cause milk to pool around
teeth and cause decay
Well Baby Check-ups
Purpose of wellness visits To make sure baby is growing and developing At some visits baby will receive immunizations Visits usually scheduled at 1, 2, 4, 6, 9 and 12
months Signs of illness
Irritability --Lack of energy Constipation --Nasal congestion Persistent cough --Diarrhea Rashes --Vomiting Fever