Newborn Health Monitoring, Maternal Nutrition, and Infant Care

Physical care for neonates involves monitoring developmental milestones, managing digestive health, and addressing maternal postpartum mental health concerns.

Newborns and What to Expect

Pneumonia in the Newborn

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Julie Boehlke

Your newborn is likely exposed to several contaminants and germs. A mother’s antibodies are still inside her newborn, actively working at fighting off infections and illness until his immune system is developed at around 6 months of age.

friendly children's doctor examining newborn

Information on Cold Symptoms and Rattling in a Newborn's Chest

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Julie Boehlke

If your newborn is showing sign and symptoms of a cold, making sure he gets the proper care and treatment is a priority. One sign of a severe cold and chest congestion is a slight rattling in the chest -- this may also be referred to as wheezing.

Julie Boehlke is a seasoned copywriter and content creator based in the Great Lakes state. She is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists. Boehlke has more than 10 years of professional writing experience on topics such as health and wellness, green living, gardening, genealogy, finances, relationships, world travel, golf, outdoors and interior decorating. She has also worked in geriatrics and hospice care.