Having a baby is indeed a very happy thing for every couple, especially the first child. A sense of happiness and emotion will certainly envelop the hearts of new mothers and fathers. But unfortunately, things don't always go smoothly. There are problems experienced by newborns that require further treatment by a doctor.
Now we will provide information about things that make newborns or newborns must be brought to the doctor immediately.
- Do not want to breastfeed
When mom can produce breast milk properly, then the process of breastfeeding is very important to do to help the development and growth of the baby. Especially in the early days of birth. It's just that, if the baby does not want to breastfeed, then it must be seen further whether there are problems such as tongue tie, imperfect latching or other things. This examination should be carried out by an expert so that there is no misdiagnosis that can be fatal.
- Do not urinate within a 24 hour period
Even though breast milk can be absorbed by the body much better than formula milk so that the baby will pee less, urinating at least 1 time in the first 24 hours is very crucial. This is because the baby's first urine is evidence of the proper functioning of the body's metabolism to process breast milk intake properly. So that if the baby does not urinate at all for 24 hours, then mommies must immediately take the baby to the doctor for further examination.
- No defecation in 48 hours
Within the first 48 hours, the baby must have had a bowel movement. The stool that a baby produces at this time is called meconium. Meconium is the waste that a baby produces while in the womb, so it needs to be removed by the body when the baby is born. Not releasing meconium within 48 hours or 2 days after birth is at risk of disturbing the baby's health. Therefore, if this is experienced by your baby, immediately take him to the doctor, mommies.
- Fever
Fever is a natural reaction from the body. Fever experienced by infants aged less than 3 months requires special treatment from a doctor. Babies are said to have a fever if their body temperature is more than equal to 38 degrees Celsius. For how to check it, you should use a thermometer. If the baby's body temperature rises before 38 ° Celsius, you should check the room temperature, wear cool and sweat-absorbing baby clothes and compress the armpits and groin with warm water to lower his body temperature.
- Lazy to breastfeed
Just like in the case of babies who don't want to breastfeed, babies who are lazy to breastfeed can also be an indication of a problem. Especially if the baby continues to cry, whether loud or weak, looks unconscious, or looks sick. This requires immediate treatment from a doctor.
If you find these five conditions in a newborn or newborn, then you should immediately take them to the doctor. Quick and precise handling can prevent our babies from things that are not desirable.
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