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Newborn Complications

There are several newborn complications that may occur and require clinical care by a doctor. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

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Your Baby in the NICU: Understanding Infection

A preemie's immune system is less mature than a term baby's, which puts preemies at higher risk of developing an infection.

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Umbilical Cord Bleeding (Newborn)

In most cases, the umbilical cord stump dries up and falls off the newborn in the first few weeks of life. Sometimes, the cord may bleed as it separates from the bellybutton.

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Taking a Child's Rectal Temperature

Here are images that show the steps for taking your child's rectal temperature.

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Newborn Sepsis

Newborn sepsis is a severe infection in an infant younger than 28 days old. The infection is in your baby’s blood. But it may affect any body system or the whole body.

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Your Baby in the NICU: Understanding Infection

Umbilical Cord Bleeding (Newborn)

Taking a Child's Rectal Temperature

Newborn Sepsis

Newborn Complications

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Your Baby in the NICU: Understanding Infection

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Taking a Child's Rectal Temperature

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