Newborn health
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Newborn sleep: Should I wake my baby for feedings?
Get the facts about when to wake a sleeping baby for a feeding.
Pacifiers: Are they good for your baby?
Is it OK to offer your baby a pacifier? Know the pros and cons.
Slide show: Baby baths
Baby baths can be tricky. Find out how to safely clean your baby, step by step.
Slide show: Breastfeeding positions
Breastfeeding can be awkward at first. Experiment with various positions until you feel comfortable.
Thalassemia
Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2, often causing anemia. More severe forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
Umbilical cord care: Do's and don'ts for parents
Find out how to keep the area clean and dry, and when to call the doctor.
Uncircumcised penis: Is special care needed?
Know how to wash and care for your child's uncircumcised penis.
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when surgery is needed.
Video: Baby's soft spots (fontanels)
A baby's soft spots (fontanels) close when the skull bones fuse together. See how.
Vitamin D for babies: Are supplements needed?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why, when and how to give your baby vitamin D.
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