Newborn babies have some peculiar quirks, habits, and bodily functions. If you’re entering parenthood unfamiliar with what’s normal and what isn’t you might be scared or deeply concerned by things that are pretty routine for new babies.
To have this conversation today with me on Yoga| Birth| Babies I have Dr. Tracey Agnese. Tracey received her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware. She graduated from SUNY Downstate medical school and completed her pediatrics residency at NYU. As a Pediatrician and a mom, Dr. Agnese knows how difficult it is to have and care for a newborn baby. She also knows that new moms often neglect taking care of themselves and wants to help change that. Dr. Agnese sees patients in her private practice on the UWS and is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
In this episode, Dr. Agnese goes over many things from oddly colored baby poop, to irregular breathing patterns, to signs that something is really wrong and you should consult your doctor. My hope is that new parents can be put at ease by learning about what is normal to expect from their little one!
In this episode, you will learn:
- About Dr. Agnese and what drew her towards pediatrics.
- Let’s start with poop! What is normal? How much and how often?
- How much you should expect to feed your baby.
- Irregular breathing patterns and why babies have them.
- What is in the normal realm of sleep for a newborn.
- Realistic expectations for a baby sleeping through the night.
- If “back is best” is the gold standard, why do babies often turn on their side when they sleep? Is that ok?
- Peeling skin, cradle cap, baby pimples, and lots of body hair. Why and what to do!
- Baby hiccups, cold hands, and cold feet.
- Baby snot and what to do about it.
- Warning signs that it is time to call the doctor.
- One final tip or piece of advice she would like to offer new and expectant parents
- Where you can find her work
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About Dr. Agnese:
Dr. Tracey Agnese received her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware. She graduated from SUNY Downstate medical school and completed her pediatrics residency at NYU. As a Pediatrician and a mom, Dr. Agnese knows how difficult it is to have and care for a newborn baby. She also knows that new moms often neglect taking care of themselves and wants to help change that. Dr. Agnese sees patients in her private practice on the UWS and is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
Connect with Dr. Agnese:
Website: pedsny.com
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