did you know
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sleeping
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How should I care for my baby's belly button?
Keep the umbilical cord stump clean and dry until it shrivels and falls off.
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circumcision
How should I care for my baby's circumcision? Your son's penis will be quite red for a few days. This should disappear within about a week. If it gets worse or you are worried, call your doctor.
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sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
How can I protect my baby from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? Always put your baby down to sleep on his/her back. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) also suggests that you:
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baby's fever
When is a baby's fever high enough for me to call the doctor? For infants less than three months of age, you should contact your pediatrician any time your child's temperature is greater than 100. She adds, "In general, if your baby is not acting well, call your pediatrician whether there's a fever or not."
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cryingHow long is it OK for a baby to cry? "Generally speaking, you don't need to let your newborn infant cry," says Dr. Colson. But it's OK to put a crying baby in a safe place if you need to go do something, like answer the telephone or help an older child. "It also depends on the age of the baby and the exact issue you're dealing with," says Dr. Colson. If you're having trouble getting your baby to sleep, for example, contact your pediatrician for advice.
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eating
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