BATHING NEWBORN

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BATHING NEWBORN
OBJECTIVES: After _ hours of varied discussion-demonstration, the Level II students will be able to: 1. Define the following terms: 1.1 Bathing newborn 1.2 Newborn 1.3 Vernix caseosa 1.4 Lanugo 1.5 Caput succedaneum 1.6 Molding 2. Discuss the importance of bathing newborn. 3. Enumerate the indications of bathing newborn. 4/15/12

IMPORTANCE
-Giving a baby a bath is an early task for parents to learn that is not only important for health and cleanliness, but can become an enjoyable time between a parent and child. Provides opportunities for complete cleansing of newborn comfort and hygiene to the newborn
Allows

Promotes

health care provider to observe the newborns condition

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INDICATIONS IN BATHING NEWBORN

full term and premature babies should be done at the nursery after vital signs have been stabilized circumcision

bathing

before

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CONTRAINDICATIONS IN BATHING NEWBORN

blue

babies

febrile babies

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Principles of Bathing a Newborn

-Microbiology
Wash

hands, wrist, and forearms with soap or antiseptic solution before touching the newborn to reduce the possibilities of crossinfection. cord care should be carried out Three-hourly when moist or if when the newborn is in an incubator. bathing if the newborn is preterm or if pathology is expected. However, it is unacceptable to allow an unbathed newborn to be taken home 4/15/12

Umbilical

Delay

-Physics

Test the temperature of the water to avoid thermal trauma. and Energy the newborn by means of an identification tag. These tags should remain attached intil the newborn is discharged. the newborn only when the water temperature is stabled.
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-Time

Identify

-Thermotherapy
Bathe

 -Safety

and security

Protect

the newborn against falling and injury during the procedure, and never leave the newborn alone on the working surface. the newborn gently and speak to him/her gently at all times.

Handle

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Techniques in Holding a Newborn

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The Cradle Hold

This

is the first hold many mothers will try, often soon after their babies are born. To start, cradle your baby's head in the crook of your arm with your baby's nose opposite your nipple. Use that hand to support your baby's bottom. Turn your baby on his or her side, so that your baby is belly to belly to you. Then, raise your baby to your breast. You can support your breast with your other hand.

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The Cross-Cradle or Crossover Hold

This

hold is similar to the cradle hold, but your arms are positioned differently. Instead of supporting your baby's head in the crook of your arm, use the hand of that arm to support your breast. Your opposite arm should come around the back of your baby. Support your baby's head, neck, and shoulder by placing your hand at the base of your baby's head with your thumb and index finger at your baby's ear level. Like the cradle hold, your baby will be belly to belly to you. cross-cradle position allows you to have more control over how your baby latches on. 4/15/12

The

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Sling Hold
A

sling is a great device that allows you to carry baby hands free, close to your body. Baby can be nestled in many positions, including positions for discrete nursing. Babies often love being in the sling, close to your beating heart and nestled into a fetal position. They tend to cry less and feel comforted by being held so close for longer periods.

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The Side-Lying Position

This

position is comfortable for mothers who've had a cesarean section (C-section) because the baby doesn't put pressure on the mother's abdomen. This is also a great way for you to get some rest while nursing your baby. by lying on your side with your baby on his or her side, facing you. Your baby should be positioned so his or her nose is opposite your nipple. Use your lower arm to cradle your baby's back, or you can tuck a rolled-up receiving blanket behind your baby to help nestle your little one close to you while you 4/15/12

Start

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The Clutch or Football Hold

This

is also a good position for the mom who's had a C-section and also for mothers with large breasts or small babies. The football hold allows babies to take milk more easily which is also good for mothers with a forcefulmilk ejection reflex(orlet down) achieve the clutch (or football) hold, place a pillow next to you. Cradle your baby facing upward in your arm. Use the palm of your hand on that same arm to support his or her neck, and nestle your baby's side closely against your side. Your baby's feet and legs should be tucked under your arm. 4/15/12

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Lap Hold
The

Lap Hold:

Sitting

with your knees propped up, lay your baby face-up. With his head resting against your knees and his feet nestled on your tummy. This hold gives your arms some relief and offers maximum interaction with your little bundle.

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