The first hours after delivery are busy ones for your baby, involving a host of newborn screenings to make sure he’s healthy and thriving. One of the standard procedures you can expect is a vitamin K shot — a safe and effective method to prevent a very serious bleeding condition that can occur in young children.| What to Expect
As a part of your baby’s first health screening, a doctor or nurse takes just a tiny drop of blood from her heel — but it’s packed with important information.| What to Expect
You might have dreamed of gazing into your newborn’s sweet peepers while getting to know each other in the hospital. Instead, you’re looking into goopy, slightly puffy eyes. What’s the deal? Well, the goo comes from a special eye ointment that protects your baby’s eyesight. | What to Expect
You’ve dreamed of your baby-to-be for nine months, and now your precious bundle is finally home. You’re bound to be flooded with emotions, from over-the-moon happiness to over-the-top nervousness. And whether you’re a first-time parent or a veteran, you’re likely to have a lot of questions.| What to Expect
