general

• What does the APGAR score assess in newborns?

  It evaluates 5 vital signs to assess the newborn's health
• What is the average weight range for newborn babies?

  The average weight is between 2.7 kg and 4.1 kg (6-9 lb)
• Why is it normal for newborn babies to lose weight after birth?

  It is a common occurrence as they adjust to feeding
• What physical checks are performed on a newborn's feet?

  Feet are checked for webbing, toes counted, and foot club assessed
• What is the significance of counting a newborn's toes during a physical check?

  It helps identify any congenital abnormalities
• What does checking for foot club in newborns indicate?

  It indicates a potential congenital deformity of the foot
• what are the essential checks after birth

  • APGAR score - immediately assess the newborn baby’s health by evaluating 5 vital signs

  • weight

  • feet
• what is folic acid


  the synthetic version of the vitamin, folate
• how much folic acid should be taken 


  400mcg per day
• what foods is folic acid in (naturally)


  broccoli, chick peas, kidney beans, cereals, cabbage
• what is folic acid’s function


  to prevent birth defects like neural tube defect - spina bifida
• what is lanugo


  soft fine hair which protects baby’s skin