Follow up care of test tube babies
IVF is a kind of baby that is produced by transferring the embryos cultivated in vitro through assisted reproductive technology to the mother. Because parents who accept IVF technology have experienced a long time of waiting and mental pressure, follow-up care for IVF is particularly important. The following will elaborate on the follow-up care of IVF from four aspects: physical care, feeding care, emotional care and development care.
Physical care
IVF babies need special physical care after birth to ensure their health and safety. First, keep the baby's skin dry and clean, bathe the baby regularly, and avoid using too much soap and chemical cleaners to reduce irritation. Secondly, IVF babies are prone to temperature regulation problems, so attention should be paid to maintaining a suitable room temperature and using thin cotton quilts to ensure the stability of the baby's temperature. In addition, physical examination shall be carried out regularly, including measuring the weight, length and head circumference, and observing the development of the baby's skin, eyes, nose, mouth and other organs.
Related to physical care is sleep care for infants. The sleep quality of IVF is very important for its growth and development. Parents need to develop regular work and rest time for infants to ensure adequate sleep time and quality and avoid excessive fatigue. In addition, attention should be paid to creating a quiet and comfortable environment when babies sleep to avoid the stimulation of noise and bright lights.
Feeding care
The feeding and nursing of test tube babies mainly includes two ways: breast feeding and artificial feeding. For breastfed infants, new mothers need to pay attention to maintaining good diet and nutrition intake, feeding infants regularly and keeping breast clean. In addition, ensure that the baby sucks the breast correctly, and the posture should be correct to avoid nipple rupture and breast discomfort. For artificially fed infants, it is necessary to select appropriate milk powder, and correctly prepare and feed according to the product instructions.
In the process of feeding and nursing, parents also need to regularly observe the baby's weight growth, follow the feeding plan given by the doctor, and pay attention to the baby's eating behavior, such as sucking power, eating speed and satiety. If feeding problems occur, consult a doctor or professional nursing staff in a timely manner.
Emotional care
The parents of IVF babies have experienced a long time of waiting and psychological pressure, so emotional care is very important for them. Parents need to support and understand each other and share emotions to reduce anxiety and stress. In addition, establishing good communication and trust with doctors and nurses and answering questions in time can help parents alleviate anxiety. The support and encouragement of family members and relatives and friends are also important factors for emotional care of IVF parents.
For the baby itself, parents need to give full care and warmth, establish close emotional contact with the baby, and meet the baby's sense of security and needs through gentle touch and voice. In addition, avoiding excessive care and doting can help infants build independence and adaptability.
Developmental Care
The development nursing of test tube baby is the key to ensure the normal growth and development of the baby. Parents need to provide appropriate stimulation and interaction, such as rocking the crib, singing, speaking, etc., to promote the physical and brain development of the baby. At the same time, early sitting, crawling and walking should be postponed to give infants enough free time.
Development nursing also includes infant vaccination, regular physical examination and development assessment. Parents need to take the baby to a regular hospital for vaccination according to the doctor's advice, and carry out physical examination and development assessment according to the appointment time to ensure the normal growth and development of the baby.
Summary
Follow up care of IVF includes physical care, feeding care, emotional care and development care. Physical care includes keeping skin clean, paying attention to temperature regulation and regular work and rest. Feeding nursing mainly involves breast feeding and artificial feeding, and attention should be paid to diet nutrition and feeding habits. Emotional nursing includes family interaction and psychological support. Developmental care includes appropriate stimulation and standardized developmental assessment. Effective follow-up care can help IVF grow up healthily.
