How to care for babies after test tube babies
With the continuous development of science and technology, IVF has become a way for infertile couples to pursue fertility. After hard waiting and hard work, the baby finally came to this world. In order to ensure the baby's health and happiness, it is very important to care for the baby. This article will elaborate on how to care for the baby after IVF from four aspects: feeding, chronic disease protection, sleep and safety.
feed
The feeding of newborns is very important, especially for test tube babies. Newborn infants need breast milk or formula milk to meet the nutrition needed for their physical development. In terms of breastfeeding, mothers need to maintain a balanced diet to provide adequate milk. Breastfeeding should be carried out regularly for 10-15 minutes each time, 10-12 times a day. In terms of formula feeding, formula that meets the needs of infants should be selected and fed according to the marked dosage. Avoid overfeeding or overeating to avoid indigestion.
In addition, IVF babies may have difficulty swallowing or weak sucking force during feeding, which may be related to the physiological characteristics of IVF babies. In order to solve this problem, you can try to replace the nipple or use a special sucking device for infants. If the problem still exists, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time for professional guidance.
In addition to regular feeding, IVF infants also need regular weight monitoring. Weight gain is an important indicator of healthy development, so we should pay close attention to the baby's weight change. If the baby's weight growth is slow or abnormal, it is recommended to seek medical help in time.
Chronic disease prevention
Because IVF babies may be affected during fertilization, they may be more likely to suffer from some chronic diseases. When nursing test tube babies, special attention should be paid to the protection of chronic diseases. First, ensure that the baby is vaccinated according to the vaccination plan to protect the baby from diseases. In addition, regular physical examination is an important measure to prevent chronic diseases, and timely intervention and treatment are needed when problems are found.
Although the prevention of chronic diseases is very important, do not worry too much. IVF does not necessarily mean that they will get sick. As long as a healthy environment and adequate nutrition are provided, IVF babies can grow up as healthy as naturally conceived babies.
sleep
Babies' sleep is very important for their body and brain development. The sleeping time and way of IVF infants are not very different from other infants, but there are some precautions that need special attention. First, provide a safe and comfortable sleeping environment for your baby. The mattress should be soft and hard enough for babies, and the bed should be kept clean. When the baby falls asleep, parents should avoid sleeping with the baby to avoid pressure on the baby.
Reasonable sleep time is very important for the healthy growth of the baby. According to the requirements of the age group, provide sufficient sleep time for the baby. In addition, we should keep good sleep habits, go to sleep and wake up on time every day, and help the baby establish a stable sleep rhythm.
security
When caring for IVF babies, it is vital to ensure their safety. First of all, the baby's adaptability to the environment is poor at birth. Family members should avoid smoking, drinking or using harmful substances to avoid harm to the baby. The home appliances and furniture should be checked regularly to ensure that there is no potential safety hazard.
When babies grow up, they begin to crawl and walk, and need to pay special attention to their safety. Use safety protection measures, such as installing guardrails, preventing babies from falling from heights, locking cabinets that are easy to touch dangerous goods, etc.
To sum up, the care of IVF babies needs to be considered and taken care of in many ways. From the four aspects of feeding, chronic disease protection, sleep and safety, we can provide a healthy and safe environment for IVF babies to grow up healthily and happily.
