If you are expecting or caring for a newborn in Clarksburg, and Montgomery Village, MD, the dedicated and caring pediatricians Dr. Armina Rahman, Dr. Hershita Raheja, Dr. Jacqueline Douge, Dr. Sehar Maruf, Dr. LeAnne Miller, and Dr. Maria Yoon at Clarksburg Pediatrics can be part of your support system.

How Often Do I Feed My Newborn?

If you are breastfeeding, most newborns feed every 2 to 3 hours. If your newborn is on formula, you will want to feed every 3 to 4 hours on average. Talk to your doctor if the baby doesn't seem interested in eating or keeps sleeping through feeding times.

How Much Should My Newborn Be Sleeping?

A newborn will usually sleep at least 16 hours every day. Remember to place your baby on their back when sleeping to help prevent sudden infant death syndrome, known as SIDS. Do your best to get your sleep whenever your baby is sleeping so you stay rested and able to care for your newborn!

What Do I Need To Know About Diaper Changes?

The color of your baby's stool can alert you if something is wrong with their digestion. The stool starts out black and normally changes in color from a dark green to yellow. If the stool looks white or red, it could be a sign of blood in the stool.

How Often Do You Bathe a Newborn?

You should sponge bathe your baby until the umbilical cord heals and falls off, and if your baby has been circumcised Once you start tub baths, bathing two to three times a week is enough for keeping your baby clean and healthy. Baths more often than this can dry out the skin. Use lukewarm water and mild soap. Never use more than two to three inches of water in the tub or leave a newborn unattended in the bath.

With a new baby comes a lot of changes to your life and routine. If you need help with newborn care in Clarksburg, and Montgomery Village, MD, Clarksburg Pediatrics is here to support you with a team of pediatricians. You can reach them in Montgomery Village, MD, by calling (301) 869-6461, or in Clarksburg, MD, location by calling (301) 528-8181 so call today.