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Newborn Care Specialist & Neonatology in Mumbai

Specialized care for the most delicate phase of life. From routine newborn baby care to advanced NICU follow-ups, our neonatal care specialist ensures your baby gets the healthiest possible start.

First 28 Days Care

The neonatal period (the first 28 days of life) is the most critical time for a child's survival and development. Our comprehensive newborn baby care program ensures a smooth, healthy transition from the womb to the outside world.

Key Benefits
  • Early detection of congenital anomalies or neonatal jaundice.
  • Establishes healthy sleep-wake cycles and proper temperature regulation.
  • Provides new parents with confidence in daily care routines like bathing and umbilical cord care.
Procedure

During the initial visits, our specialist conducts thorough physical examinations, monitors the baby's vital signs, assesses muscle tone and reflexes, and provides hands-on guidance to parents regarding safe sleep practices and hygiene.

Newborn care specialist Dr. Disha Bafna providing neonatology services in Mumbai

Frequently Asked Questions

The first visit is typically recommended within 3 to 5 days after birth (or 1 to 2 days after hospital discharge) to check weight, feeding, and jaundice levels.

Keep the area clean and dry. Fold the diaper down so it doesn't rub against the stump. It will naturally dry up and fall off usually within 1 to 3 weeks.

Breastfeeding Support

Breast milk provides the perfect nutrition and essential antibodies for a newborn. However, breastfeeding isn't always easy at the start. We offer dedicated lactation support to help mothers establish a pain-free, successful feeding routine.

Key Benefits
  • Corrects latching issues to prevent maternal discomfort or pain.
  • Ensures the infant is receiving adequate milk volume for steady weight gain.
  • Helps manage common challenges like engorgement or low milk supply.
Procedure

Our specialists observe a live feeding session, assessing the baby's latch and swallowing patterns. We guide mothers through various comfortable feeding positions and provide individualized advice on maternal nutrition and pumping if required.

Breastfeeding Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Newborns typically need to nurse 8 to 12 times in a 24-hour period. It is best to feed "on demand" whenever the baby shows hunger cues like rooting or lip-smacking.

Signs of adequate intake include steady weight gain, producing at least 6 heavy wet diapers a day, regular bowel movements, and seeming satisfied after feeds.

Newborn Screening

Newborn screening involves a series of critical, simple tests performed shortly after birth. These screens identify rare but serious metabolic, endocrine, and genetic disorders before any symptoms even appear.

Key Benefits
  • Identifies hidden conditions (like hypothyroidism) allowing for immediate treatment.
  • Prevents severe physical disabilities and long-term developmental delays.
  • Includes hearing screens to detect early deafness, enabling prompt speech therapy.
Procedure

Screening typically requires a minor heel prick to collect a few drops of blood on a specialized filter paper. We also perform a quick, painless Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) test to check the infant's hearing capabilities.

Newborn Health Screening

Frequently Asked Questions

The ideal time for the newborn metabolic blood test is between 48 to 72 hours after birth, once the baby has started feeding properly.

It may cause brief discomfort, akin to a quick pinch. We employ comforting techniques, such as allowing the mother to hold or feed the baby during the test, to minimize any crying.

Premature Baby & NICU Follow Up

Babies born prematurely or those who required intensive care face unique medical challenges. Our specialized NICU follow-up program provides meticulous, ongoing growth monitoring and neuro-developmental tracking by an expert neonatal care specialist.

Key Benefits
  • Carefully tracks catch-up growth (height, weight, and head circumference).
  • Early intervention therapies to correct delayed motor or cognitive milestones.
  • Manages complex nutritional needs, including specialized formula fortification.
Procedure

Follow-up visits are mapped out based on the baby's "corrected age." The specialist reviews discharge summaries, assesses respiratory health, screens for vision/hearing issues, and coordinates with pediatric physiotherapists if neuro-developmental delays are spotted.

Premature Baby NICU Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Corrected age is a baby's chronological age minus the number of weeks they were born early. We use this age to accurately evaluate their developmental milestones during the first two years of life.

This depends heavily on how early the baby was born and any complications they faced. High-risk infants generally require specialized developmental follow-ups until at least 2 to 3 years of age.

Vaccines are almost always given based on the baby's actual chronological age, ensuring they are protected against infections as soon as possible.