Newborn Tests

Testing newborns for health issues is preventative medicine at its best. Find out what screening tests your newborn does, and doesn't, need.
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Little Ears: Hearing Milestones and Loss in Infants
Testing for hearing loss even in very young infants can significantly improve your child's ability to succeed when learning speech and ... Read More
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The APGAR Test
Revealing the mystery of this acronym, which is now a routine part of newborn screenings.
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The Impact of Birth Weight on Baby's Growth
Wondering how your child's birth weight will influence her growth and development? Learn how birth weight and baby growth can determine ... Read More
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Your Baby's First Hours of Life
Nine long months of anticipation have led up to the big moment when your baby finally arrives. Just what should you expect from your newborn's ... Read More
A Doctor's Look at Circumcision
To circumcise or not? To some parents its all about tradition, while others are more concerned with medical consequences. ... Read More
Newborn Testing Tries to Pinpoint Virus that Causes Hearing Loss
Is blood or saliva testing more accurate at detecting cytomegalovirus (CMV), a virus that 20,000 to 40,000 US infants are born with each year? ... Read More
The Brazelton Scale: Gain a Better Understanding of Baby
Learn how the Brazelton Scale can help you better understand your newborn's abilities, likes, and dislikes.
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The Circumcision Debate
It's the subject of much debate and a source of anxiety for many parents of newborn boys: to circumcise or not? Here's an unbiased review of the ... Read More
The Debate on Diabetes Screening for Newborns
Should infants be routinely screened for diabetes at birth? Find out what opposing sides have to say and what to do if your baby is diagnosed as ... Read More
Your Baby's Ears: Hearing Tests for Newborns
Hearing loss is easily missed during the critical first stages of life. Learn about the signs to look for and tests available to prevent ... Read More
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