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Preparing for Your New Baby

Baby's Care After Birth

Newborn Care

Newborn Appearance

Normal Newborn Behaviors and Activities

Bathing and Skin Care

Umbilical Cord Care

Diapers/Diaper Rash

Circumcision

Breastfeeding Your Baby

Bottle-Feeding

Infant Feeding Guide

Newborn Complications

When to Call Your Physician

The New Mother - Taking Care of Yourself After Birth

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