The Basic Needs of a Baby at Birth
The baby’s
are securely placed in their mothers ‘womb’. When they are born, the battle
begins for the survival. So they have to be protected by us from the adverse
environment.
The first day
after birth is critical for the survival and future well being. Usually this golden
time is the first one hour after birth.
Now let us
see the basic needs of a baby at birth
They are-
1. Warmth
2. Normal breathing
3. Mothers milk
4. Protection from infections
If you
observe all the above basic needs indicate that it is purely depends upon
her/his mother and the care givers. So it is important to give proper care to
all neonates immediately after birth.
Early breast
feeding and keeping the baby close to the mother also reduce the risk of
hypoglycemia and hypothermia. Breast feeding should be initiated within one
hour of birth in all babies.
Baby’s skin
temperature falls within seconds after birth. So the baby must be dried
immediately and cover with warm towel. Keep the baby between the mother’s
breast to ensure warm and to get first skin to skin contact.
If the baby
is crying vigorously we can confirm there is normal breathing.
Always keep
the baby in safe hygienic environment and keep away from other infection
sources.
