Newborn care

Newborn fat: Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore it

Recent research shows that high birth weight increases a child's obesity as she grows. Here's how to prevent obesity in your newborn.
5 reasons why breastfeeding is good for both mother and baby

The World Health Organization recommends that all babies be breastfeed exclusively for the first six months.
Newborns' brain hardwired to see faces, places

According to researchers, scans show that a baby's gaze is drawn to faces because its brain is hardwired to see faces and places.
Is your baby born too soon? Shield her heart with breast milk

A new study reveals that heart problems that a pre-term baby may face can be prevented through breast milk. Read on to know more.
Mothers and newborns in India are healthier now: Study

Recent research shows that the health conditions of mothers and newborns have improved in our country over the last few years, thanks to better access to maternity care.
A 15-minute scan could help detect brain damage in new born: Study

MRI scan is done shortly after birth if any child suspected of having some kind of damage. This procedure allows doctors to look into the black and white of the affected brain.
6 things that every parent of newborns should keep in mind

Mothers, know that big baby doesn't always mean a healthy baby. Even if your baby is petite but playful things are fine with your baby.
Genomics can be a good tool for newborn diagnosis but may rise up cost, lead to complications

A new study has shown that genomics can serve as an effective diagnosis tool for newborns but a universal genome-wide sequencing may increase the treatment cost and generate complications that can be otherwise avoided.
Newborns with congenital heart disease will be screened to start treatment early

The researchers have developed a novel computational approach to visualise and evaluate three-dimensional cardiac cells.
Study finds father's genes can impact motherly love

The placenta transports nutrients to the growing foetus and gives off hormonal signals in the mother's bloodstream.
Breastfeeding: Colostrum or pre-milk is vital for your newborn

There is a reason why your body produces pre-milk or colostrum. Your baby needs it. So mommies, you are not supposed to discard it.
Know how long you should breastfeed your baby and why

Know all about how the duration of lactation impacts your newborn's health ahead of the World Breastfeeding Week (1st August to 7th August).
12 ways to take care of your newborn right after the birth

Bookmark this page, new mums!
Apgar Scoring – Everything you need to know about it

Mothers, here is why you need to know about this important infantile scoring system.
Brett Lee emphasises on mandatory "new-born screen test " for hearing loss in India

Early identification can be achieved through new-born hearing screening.
Breastfeeding secrets every new mother must know

Note these tips to make breastfeeding easy.
Signs that your newborn might be dehydrated

Is your newborn dehydrated? Find out now!
High dose of Topiramate during pregnancy can up the risk of cleft lip or cleft palate in babies

The risk was higher when the mother took high doses of the drug than when she took lower doses.
Here's how breast milk helps combat food allergies in newborns

Breastmilk of nursing mothers who eat foods that commonly cause allergy, such as milk, eggs, peanut, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish and shellfish during pregnancy.
Counselling for mothers on nutrition and care has a positive Impact on pre-term babies’ health

A new mother benefits from counselling on specialised nutrition for the baby and adequate guidance on physical and cognitive growth milestones.

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