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Detailed information on infant health There are many common problems of infancy that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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A fever is a way for the body to fight infection. But it may also be a sign of a serious illness, especially in children younger than 3 months and children who haven't been immunized. Know when to seek medical care for your child.
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At first, all of your baby's cries may sound alike. Soon, though, you'll be able to tell a hunger cry from a fuss over a wet diaper.
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A fever is a special cause for concern in infants younger than 3 months of age. Parents and caregivers should be most concerned with changes in eating or sleeping habits, coughing, pain or other marked changes.
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This tiny newborn will change the way you and your partner see yourselves and each other. If this is your first baby, you'll have to adjust to being a parent. If you have other children, expect this one to be different.
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As a new parent, you may find "tub time" a bit scary. Here are some suggestions on how to make it less stressful.
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A premature infant is a baby born before 37 weeks gestation.At birth, a baby is classified as one of the following:.Premature(less than 37 weeks gestation) Full term(37 to 42 weeks gestation) Post term(born after 42 weeks gestation).If a woman goe...
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Detailed information on prematurity, including causes, characteristics, treatment, and prevention
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Infants born before 37 weeks gestation are considered premature and may be at risk for complications.More than one out of every ten infants born in the United States is born prematurely. Advances in medical technology have made it possible for inf...
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A premature infant is defined as one born before 37 weeks of gestation( pregnancy) without regard to birth weight. The length of a full-term pregnancy ranges from 37 to 42 weeks, measuring from the first day of the last menstrual period."
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Infants born before 37 weeks gestation are considered premature and may be at risk for complications.More than one out of every ten infants born in the United States is born prematurely. Advances in medical technology have made it possible for inf...
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