Visual observation of normal development
In the first few days after birth, IVF babies are often judged by their appearance to see if they are developing normally. First, the doctor will observe whether the baby's body proportion is normal. Normally developed infants usually have clean, ruddy skin, no odor in eyes and nose, and flexible limbs. Then, the doctor will observe the baby's head to ensure that the size and shape of the head are normal. The normal infant skull is usually round, rather than abnormally flat or protruding. In addition, the doctor will check whether the baby's limbs and nails are complete, and whether the skin has abnormal spots or rashes.
In addition, doctors will pay attention to the baby's posture and movements. A normally developing baby is usually able to rotate its head, stretch its limbs and perform various trunk activities. The doctor will observe the baby's reaction when lying flat, side and prone, and assess their muscle tension and muscle coordination. A normally developing baby will have a certain strength when raising its head, can gradually raise its head, and can support itself to a certain extent. The doctor will also check the baby's response to stimuli, such as the ability to respond to sounds and gaze.
In the first 15 days of spending in the hospital, the doctor will carefully observe and evaluate the baby's development in appearance, so as to judge whether it is normal.
Development assessment of various parts of the body
In addition to visual observation, doctors will also evaluate the development of various body parts of IVF. First, the doctor will check the baby's hair development. A normally developing baby usually has a certain degree of hair, and the hairline and hair growth can be seen. In addition, the doctor will check the baby's eyebrows and eyelashes to ensure that their number and density are normal.
Next, the doctor will check the baby's mouth and tooth development. A normally developing baby usually has a pair of symmetrical lips and mouth, and the tongue can move freely. In terms of observing the teeth, the doctor will check the baby's caries and the number of teeth. A normally developing baby usually has deciduous teeth around the 6th month.
In addition, the doctor will check the baby's limbs and spine development. They will observe the number and shape of the baby's hands, feet and fingers, and check the flexibility and mobility of joints. Doctors also check the baby's waist and back to make sure there is no deformity of the spine.
Evaluation of exercise and reaction ability
In order to judge whether the IVF baby is developing normally, the doctor will also evaluate its movement and reaction ability. First, the doctor will observe the baby's motor ability, including active and passive movement. Normally developed infants can roll over, raise their heads, grasp objects, and move their legs when lying down. In terms of passive movement, doctors will observe whether the baby's muscle tension and joint range of motion are normal.
In addition, the doctor will evaluate the baby's responsiveness. They will observe the baby's response to stimuli, including sound, touch and light. Normally developed infants can respond to sounds, follow the moving eyes, and express their needs through eye contact.
By evaluating the movement and reaction ability of test tube babies, doctors can more accurately judge whether they are developing normally.
Other inspections
In addition to the above observation and evaluation, doctors can also conduct other tests to identify whether the IVF is developing normally. For example, a doctor can perform a hearing test to assess whether a baby's hearing is normal. The hearing test can be completed by a simple sound stimulation test. In addition, doctors can also conduct nucleic acid tests, blood tests and imaging tests to further assess the health of infants.
Summary
In the first 15 days after the birth of the test tube baby, the doctor judges whether the baby is developing normally through various observations and evaluations. These aspects include the appearance observation of the baby, the development assessment of various parts of the body, the assessment of movement and reaction ability, and other examinations. Through these assessments, doctors can fully understand the development of infants and take appropriate interventions and treatment measures in time to ensure the healthy development of infants.
