Monthly Archives: February 2009

How necessary is it to get the newborn supplemental screening?

charli_red1218 asked: No history of metabolic defects etc…just wondering how many moms got this test performed and if you felt it was neccessary in addition tot he tests the newborn is screened for in the hospital already.Raeburn

what is the difference between newborn formula and the 6 month follow on formula?

bola snack asked: I”m just wondering because i heard the newborn (step 1) formula was good to give your baby forever and you don’t need to progress to the 6 month formula. I’m just wondering if its easier to digest or has more nutrients than the 6 month formula? I’m trying to get my daughter [...]

What would a newborn mom want right after she has the baby?

Due 3/7/09 asked: I work for a state medical insurance, and we are trying to figure out what we can give to newborn moms we are giving the newborns baby stuff and a gift card for baby’s r us, but what about the moms what are some ideas to give them? Bath robe, slippers, nice [...]

What innoculations are needed for a newborn infant to be taken from USA to India? How old must the newborn be?

fthatch asked: The family will be living in New Delhi. The mother will give birth in the USA & will want to travel with the newborn as soon after the birth as is safe for herself & the baby to be with her husband.Bryana