Health Problems That Often Occur in Newborns

Health Problems That Often Occur in Newborns

written by : MAKUKU - 26 Sep 2023

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When they are first born into the world, a baby's cry becomes the most important greeting to Moms and Dads. During the early weeks of life, many changes occur in the baby to support the adaptation process to the environment. Meanwhile, his body's immunity is still very weak which makes him vulnerable to many health problems.

Of course, it is important for Moms and Dads to know what are the problems with newborns, so they can take immediate action to prevent more dangerous complications from arising. The health problems that are prone to occur in newborns are:

Jaundice or Jaundice

Some time after birth, the baby's body will secrete bile pigments that cause the skin and eyes to turn yellow. This health problem, known as jaundice in the medical world, usually appears in babies between four and five days after birth.

Normally, jaundice in newborns will go away on their own after 9-10 days of age along with breastfeeding from the mother. Meanwhile, for babies born not term or premature, jaundice usually occurs in a longer duration. Even so, this condition is normal and has no impact on the growth or development of children.

Weight Loss

The problem with the next newborn that is arguably the most common is that the baby loses weight. Usually, this condition occurs when the baby is between three and four days after birth. This condition is caused by changes in the environment or the transition from the womb to the world.

However, your little one's weight should slowly increase after two weeks of getting adequate care and breast milk. If the baby's weight does not increase or even continues to decrease after two weeks of age, Moms and Dads must immediately check the condition of the Little One to the doctor.

Hiccups

Hiccups in babies are common. This means, Moms and Dads need to know the right way to deal with this problem in newborns . Of course, how to deal with hiccups in children is not the same as how to deal with hiccups in adults. Actually, the hiccups experienced by your little one are normal and will disappear by themselves naturally.

However, if your little one's hiccups last longer or don't go away after 10 minutes, you can give breast milk to help relieve them. Don't forget to burp your little one after feeding so he doesn't spit up.

Respiratory

Infections Respiratory infections in newborns occur due to bacteria or viruses and become problem in newborns a fairly commonThis health disorder will usually last between one or two weeks with symptoms in the form of fever, a runny or runny nose, and the baby is not breastfeeding for some time.

Moms and Dads need to know that newborns breathe through their stomachs as their lungs develop. Sometimes, the baby will experience apnea or a mild and occasional stop of breathing due to the body's respiratory center being unresponsive.

Colic

Colic is a condition when a baby cries for a long time without a definite cause. This sometimes makes new mothers prone to experiencing the baby blues or even post partum depression. The reason, the baby will cry continuously even though it has been breastfed.

Usually, colic appears when your little one is feeling some discomfort. Problems in newborns are very common in newborns up to the age of 3 months. However, as the baby gets older, the colic will stop and disappear by itself.

Diaper Rash 

use of diapers that are not in accordance with the condition of the baby's skin, which is still very sensitive, will often lead to the appearance of a red rash on the buttocks and genital area of ​​the child. This condition is called diaper rash. In addition to the appearance of a rash, these health problems will certainly make your little one uncomfortable and fussy.

Not only because of the inappropriate use of disposable diapers, diaper rash or diapers rash also occurs due to feces and urine that accumulate and are not replaced immediately. So, Moms and Dads make sure to change your baby's diaper regularly, at least between two to three hours a day.

In addition, make sure that Moms and Dads also choose the best quality diapers that can keep your little one comfortable while preventing diaper rash on their skin. The choice is of course Makuku SAP Diapers, a new generation diaper with SAP (Super Absorbent Polymer) core structure, stable structure, fast absorption, and certainly does not clump and fall.

Not only that, MAKUKU SAP Diapers are also designed with a thickness of only 1.6 mm and very similar to baby underwear, so it fits perfectly on the baby's legs. Despite its super thin design, MAKUKU SAP Diapers has a large absorption capacity, which is up to 600 ml.

Not only comfortable, MAKUKU SAP Diapers can also effectively reduce the risk of reddish rashes on the skin in the baby's butt area. This is thanks to the strong absorption capacity of MAKUKU SAP Diapers that keeps the diaper surface dry, so baby's bottom is safe from the risk of diaper rash. Make sure Moms and Dads don't choose the wrong diaper for your little one!

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