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Meconium aspiration syndrome happens when a newborn inhales meconium and amniotic fluid before, during, or after labor and delivery.
Rashes and birthmarks are very common in newborns. Most are harmless and will go away without treatment.
Organic acid metabolism disorders are a group of rare birth defects. They affect your ability to break down food into…
Taking good care of your mouth and teeth throughout your life can help prevent problems as you age. Brush and…
Genetic testing checks for changes in your genes. Learn reasons to get genetic testing, as well as the benefits, risks,…
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is common and spreads through sexual contact and contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person. It…
Croup is a common childhood condition. It is recognizable by its barking cough. It spreads through airborne particles and from…
Neural tube defects (NTDs) include several birth defects. They affect a fetus’ spine, spinal cord, or brain from forming…
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious intestinal disease. It mostly occurs in premature infants or babies with weakened immune systems…
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) affects your adrenal glands, which produce hormones. Learn about the symptoms and treatment.
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs when a baby is exposed to drugs in the womb. After birth, the baby goes…
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that affects your lungs and breathing. People of all ages can get…
Newborn babies can receive screening in the hospital. The required tests vary by state and have pros and cons. Learn…
There is a lot to plan for before and after you bring a new baby home.
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare condition where babies are born with the inability to process an essential amino acid called…
Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects. They can be treated with surgery and other medical care and…
Having a baby prematurely can be scary. But with proper care, you and your baby will be fine.
Learn everything you need to know to decide if you should bank your newborn baby’s cord blood.
When adopting a child, there are dozens of things to think about. Here are some of the most important medical…
Secondhand smoke is especially toxic for babies, young children, and teens because their brains and bodies are still developing.
