Signs that your newborn might be dehydrated

Is your newborn dehydrated? Find out now!

Cold, cough, fever and vomiting are the most common health problems in a newborn. Your newborn can also suffer from skin problems like a diaper rash or a cradle cap. But did you know that your newborn can also suffer from dehydration? Pediatrician Dr Leena Deshmukh shares the most common symptoms of dehydration in newborns.

Your baby does not pee that often: A dry diaper is one of the most obvious signs of dehydration in a newborn. If your baby does not wet her diaper, within six hours, she is dehydrated. Also, if your baby produces little urine and the colour of urine is darker than normal, he or she could be dehydrated. It is best that you contact a paediatrician if she goes without peeing more than six hours.

Your baby is always sleepy: Babies who are dehydrated also tend to be lethargic and less active. If your baby is always sleepy and waking her up gets extremely difficult, it is the time that you consult a paediatrician and check for dehydration.

Your baby cries without tears: A dehydrated newborn can cry without producing any tears. Since the body lacks sufficient fluids, no tears will be produced. In fact, dehydration can make your baby even more cranky and irritable. You must know these 25 things about newborns.

Your baby has dry, cool skin: Even the skin can feel dry and cool if your newborn is dehydrated. The lips can also get dry and cracked and a splotchy colouring in the hands and feet of the newborn can be a sign of severe dehydration. This one trick will help you find out that your baby is dehydrated. Pinch the newborn s skin lightly between your thumb and index finger. If the skin remains up in the pinched position, once you have released your baby is surely dehydrated. Follow these 8 vital tips to take care of your newborn.

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