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Initial Care of the Newborn
Physical Examination of a Newborn
Skin
Head and Neck
Heart and Lungs
Abdomen and Genitals
Nervous System
Muscles and Bones
Newborn Screening Tests
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First Few Days After Birth
Umbilical Cord
Circumcision
Skin
Urine and Bowel Movements
Weight
Discharge From the Hospital
Overview of Feeding of Newborns and Infants
Breastfeeding
Benefits of Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding Procedure
Complications of Breastfeeding for the Baby
Complications of Breastfeeding for the Mother
Taking Medications While Breastfeeding
Weaning
Formula Feeding
Starting Solid Foods in Infants
Feeding Problems
Spitting Up
Vomiting
Overfeeding
Underfeeding
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Stools and Urine in Infants
Sleeping Behaviors in Newborns and Infants
Co-sleeping
Teething
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