Newborns need up to 16 hours of sleep daily, initially 2-3 hours. Place baby on back to prevent SIDS. Feed every 2-3 hours, changing diapers 10 times daily. Bath 2-3 times weekly after umbilical cord falls off
Lactation is the production and release of milk from mammary glands after birth. Colostrum is the first milk produced after birth, rich in antibodies and nutrients. Mothers are ready to produce milk during their fifth or sixth month of pregnancy
Essential items include changing pad, diapers, wipes, cream, and disposable bag. All supplies must be within reach for unattended diaper changes
Breastfeeding requires clear understanding of why you want to feed. Beliefs shape our behaviors and reality is formed in our minds
Fetus is unborn mammalian offspring developing from embryo. Human fetal development begins 9 weeks after fertilization. Full-term fetus is between 37-40 weeks when sufficiently developed
WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for minimum six months. Breastfeeding saves approximately 820,000 lives annually worldwide. Breastfeeding provides optimal nutrition for physical, cognitive, and mental growth