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Chapter 21Childbirth and Parenting Newborns

Lesson 21.1 Childbirth and the First DaysLesson 21.2 Newborn CareLesson 21.3 Newborn Nutrition, Growth,

and DevelopmentLesson 21.4 Bonding, Communication,

and Parenting IssuesLesson 21.5 Teen Parents

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• Childbirth and the First Days


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Childbirth and the First Days

Lesson 21.1


What are some important questions a person should consider before making the decision to become a parent? Brainstorm some of these questions and share them with your classmates.

Warm-Up

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The Birth Setting

• Part of a mother’s birth plan• Birthing room: private space,

often within a hospital• Birthing center: nonmedical

facility that provides a homelike environment

• Home birth• Women should always plan

how to reach the nearest hospital in case of emergency

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Think Further

When it comes to the question of who should deliver the baby, what are some options that a mother has?

• Obstetrician/gynecologist (OB/GYN)• Family doctor• Nurse-midwife


Labor and Delivery Issues

• Issues that should be discussed before labor begins to ensure a non-stressful delivery

• Pain management– Epidural anesthesia

• Delivery decisions– Cesarean section

(C-section)

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The actual delivery process may be stressful, so it is best to make decisions before childbirth takes place. What are some of these important decisions?

• Who will be present during the birth?• Will the mother use pain medication?• Will a doctor or nurse-midwife deliver the baby?• Will the mother have a C-section if recommended?• Will a son be circumcised?• Will the baby be breast-fed or formula-fed?• How will the mother and baby get home?

Critical Thinking


Childbirth

• Labor describes the muscle contractions and changes in a woman’s body as she delivers her baby

• Three stages of labor• In some cases, doctors can speed up the process

through induction


Baby’s First Medical Exam

• Doctors use the Apgar test to assess a newborn’s condition after delivery

• Physical exam and standard blood tests are also performed


Apgar Score Normal Range


Think Further

What are some characteristics of a newborn baby?

• The average baby weighs 7 pounds, 4 ounces• The average baby is 20 inches long• The baby’s head may be temporarily misshapen• Newborns may be temporarily covered in a white

protective coating called vernix• Newborns’ skin may be discolored, rough, wrinkled, or

have blotches or rashes


Adoption

• The legal process of placing a child with someone other than the child’s biological parents

• Open adoptions: adopted children may have contact with their biological parents

• Closed adoptions: the birth parents’ information is kept private

• Transcultural adoption: when an infant or child is adopted from another country or culture

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Childbirth and First Days

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Newborn Care

Lesson 21.2


Handling Newborns

• Everyone should wash their hands before handling babies

• The fontanels, or soft spots, on a baby’s head should not be touched during the first few months

• The baby’s head and neck should always be supported

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What are some steps a parent can take to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?

• Put babies to sleep on their backs• Do not allow anyone to smoke near babies• Remove crib padding, fluffy bedding, and pillows

from the crib• Remove stuffed animals and fluffy toys from the crib

Critical Thinking


Diaper Care and Bathing

• Disposable diapers versus cloth diapers

• Preventing diaper rash• Babies should be

bathed regularly and gently in a bathtub, sink, or baby tub

• Circumcision wound and umbilical cord require cleaning

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Medical Care

• Parents often choose a pediatrician, or doctor who specializes in caring for babies and children

• Immunizations (vaccinations) are important to protect babies from common, contagious, and dangerous infections

• Parents and caregivers should be on high alert for medical issues common to newborns and infants

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List several signs of a medical emergency in an infant or child that would require a 911 call.

• Difficulty breathing• Uncontrolled vomiting or diarrhea• Low levels of urine production• Unconsciousness

Critical Thinking

Teen Parents

Lesson 21.5


Challenges of Becoming a Teen Parent

• Teen parents often do not have financial or emotional support

• Friends and family may withdraw and distance themselves

• Pregnant teens must learn everything they can about parenting

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Think Further

Compared with children born to adult parents, the children of teen parents are…

• Less likely to graduate from high school• Less likely to attend college• More likely to become teen parents• More likely to be abused, abandoned, or neglected• More likely to be convicted of a crime or go to jail• Two to three times more likely to run away from home


Financial Challenges for Teen Parents

• The biggest expenses related to raising a child are child care, healthcare, and education

• Parents must decide to stay in school or drop out and work full time

• Teen fathers are often too poor to support themselves and pay child support

• Teen parents should try to graduate from high school so they are better equipped to support themselves and their child

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What responsibilities do teen fathers have?

• Attending prenatal and parenting classes• Sharing child care duties with the mother• May be legally obligated to contribute financially

through child support

Critical Thinking


Placing a Child for Adoption

• Some teen mothers may feel unable to raise their child and decide to place the child for adoption

• The mother should learn her state’s adoption laws

• Safe haven laws permit people to leave their babies at certain facilities with no questions asked

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