Care of test tube babies after 19 days
IVF babies still need special attention and care after birth, especially in the first few weeks. The following details the care of test tube babies after 19 days from four aspects: feeding, sleeping, nursing and health improvement index.
feed
Feeding is one of the most important needs of 19 day old IVF infants. First of all, breast milk is the best way to feed because it contains rich nutrients and antibodies, which helps the development of the infant's immune system. It is recommended that mothers wash their hands before each feeding and ensure that the nipples are clean. The feeding frequency is usually once every 2-3 hours, adjusted according to the needs of the baby. At the same time, parents should also observe the baby's satiety indicators, such as showing a satisfied expression, stopping sucking, etc.
If breast feeding is not available, formula feeding can be selected. When selecting formula milk, consult the doctor for advice, and strictly follow the instructions for formula and feeding. When feeding, ensure that the feeding bottle and nipple are clean, and control the feeding speed and quantity to avoid discomfort caused by overfeeding.
In addition, regular burping is also an important part of the feeding process. Hold the baby in the supine position, support the baby's chin and neck with a soft towel or cushion, and gently pat the back until burping.
sleep
Sleep is essential for the physical and mental development of infants. 19 day old IVF babies need 14-17 hours of sleep every day. Developing good sleep habits is conducive to the healthy growth of infants. In order to improve the sleep quality of test tube babies, parents can pay attention to the following points.
First, establish a stable sleeping environment. Ensure the baby's safety and comfort, and avoid irritating noise and excessive light. Secondly, develop regular work and rest time, and arrange the baby's sleep at the same time every day. At the same time, some relaxation activities can be carried out before going to bed, such as massage, gently coaxing the baby to sleep, etc., to help the baby enter a dormant state.
If the baby is crying and restless, parents can hug and sleep by themselves to give warmth and security. But pay attention not to develop dependence, and properly train infants to fall asleep by themselves.
nursing
Care of IVF babies requires special care and attention. First, keep the baby's skin clean and dry, and use warm water and non irritating washing products. If you notice red buttocks or other skin problems, consult a doctor in time and take corresponding nursing measures.
In addition, the baby's nails are easy to grow sharp, and they should be trimmed regularly to avoid scratches. When trimming, be careful to avoid hurting the baby's fingers.
Pay close attention to the baby's temperature and humidity. Keep proper temperature and humidity indoors, wear proper clothes, and avoid overheating or supercooling.
Improve health index
In order to enhance the health index of IVF, parents can take some measures. First, take the baby to the hospital for health examination and vaccination regularly to ensure the normal development of the baby's immune system.
Secondly, provide adequate nutrition. According to the doctor's suggestion, add baby complementary foods reasonably, such as rice flour, fruit paste, etc., and gradually guide the baby to establish a variety of eating habits.
Parents also need to pay attention to the physical exercise of the baby. Properly tease and manipulate infants' body activities to help them exercise their strength and flexibility.
Finally, establish good living habits and environment. Avoid contact with harmful substances such as smoking and drinking, keep the air around the baby fresh, control the indoor air humidity, and avoid infection and allergy.
summary
The care of test tube babies after 19 days needs to focus on four aspects: feeding, sleep, nursing and health index. By correctly feeding breast milk or formula milk, establishing good sleep habits, paying attention to nursing details and improving health index, IVF can help healthy growth. The care of IVF babies requires parents' patience and concentration, as well as timely consultation with doctors and following their guidance.
