Here are 6 basic tips for taking care of newborns

JawaPos.com – For new parents, certainly in the expectation of the baby's presence. But when the first child is born, parents are usually hbadle even worry about the baby's needs and comfort. Although many people will help, there are key things to consider as a mother.

Reported from health site Friday (9/7), care of the newborn requires careful planning and care. Here are 6 instructions to take into account when taking care of your newborn baby. What is it?

Give skin contact with your baby just after birth. This increases the binding of the mother and the baby as well as the blood circulation in the infant. The touch of the skin also helps to stabilize the heart and normalize the temperature of the baby. Imitate the kangaroo position to keep your baby on the bare chest to maximize the benefits of skin contact.

Try to start badfeeding as soon as possible. Remember ASI is the best for your baby. The colostrum you produce in the first few days after your baby is born contains important nutrients for your baby's growth and development.

If your baby is crying, do not leave him alone. Raise and try to offer bad milk. Newborns cry from hunger. If your baby still seems uncomfortable, check the dirty diaper or check the clothes for what is bothering her. Check the insect bites on his body too.

It is important to keep the environment clean. Keep the umbilical cord dry and never put an alcohol solution or other creams in the area as this can cause an infection.

5. Monitor the baby's hygiene

Do not try to clean the tongue or mouth of a newborn. Know that they have cleaned themselves and never apply surma or kajal on the eyes of newborns.

6. Giving exposure to the sun

Do not let baby sleep on your stomach, as this may increase the risk of sudden infant death. During the first week after delivery, be sure to expose your baby to the sun to get enough vitamin D and treat common jaundice in infants.

Talk to your doctor about your child's well-being. Check with your doctor for vaccines and take the doses on time.