The neonatal period is vital for the child’s survival. These 28 days period in a child’s life have the highest risk of death as compared to the other period of childhood. Healthy babies grow and turn into healthy adults. WHO suggests that for more care the baby, after the first hours of life, the newborn should receive eye care, Vitamin K and recommended vaccines.
According to Infant Mortality Rate (IMR), in India, 70 deaths occur per 1000 births, per year. While, worldwide, 2.6 million babies die in the first 28 days of their life, annually. Causes of newborn death: Prematurity Complications during birth Severe infections Care for a newborn: Every newborn requires essential newborn care to minimize the risk of illness and for their development. Immediate and thorough drying Early exclusive breastfeeding Skin to skin contact of a newborn with the mother Recommended immunization…
