What should I do if there are white spots on the nipples of my newborn baby?

Newborns have weak body functions and are prone to various symptoms. Some newborns have small white spots on their nipples. So what are the white spots on newborns' nipples? What should I do if my newborn has white spots on its nipples? What are the precautions for newborn care? The following editor will introduce you in detail.

What is the cause of white spots on the nipples of newborns?

It may be caused by the residual estrogen from the mother stimulating the proliferation of breast ducts. Generally, as the estrogen in the baby's body decreases and disappears, the lump will also disappear. If it does not disappear, go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment.

What to do if a newborn baby has white spots on his nipples

It is a normal physiological phenomenon for newborns to have white spots on their nipples, but not every child has them. If you squeeze them forcefully, it will cause infection. Newborns' specific immunity to various diseases is mainly obtained from their mothers, but their specific immune response is very inactive, and some antibodies cannot be given to children through the placenta. Therefore, the non-specific immunity in newborns is immature and imperfect, and their antibacterial and bactericidal abilities are very low. Therefore, infections that seem insignificant to adults are also a disaster for newborns with very weak resistance. As the child grows up, it will naturally return to normal.

Newborn care precautions

Temperature and light

Newborns are not used to the temperature difference, so the indoor temperature should be kept at 25-28 degrees Celsius. The indoor light should not be too dark or too bright. Some parents think that newborns are less sensitive to light and like to hang heavy curtains. In fact, this is not appropriate. Babies should learn to adapt to natural indoor light and avoid direct sunlight to the eyes.

Sleep and sleeping position

Sleeping position affects breathing, and the newborn's head is relatively soft, so a good sleeping position is conducive to the development of the head. The best sleeping position is supine or side-lying to avoid compressing the chest and lungs. It is recommended to sleep on the side more after feeding to avoid suffocation caused by overflowing milk or choking; when lying on the back, the position should be changed frequently; full-term babies are more active, so they can lie prone appropriately in the first few days after birth to facilitate the outflow of respiratory secretions and prevent vomit from flowing back into the trachea, but the pillow must be removed when lying prone, and the head should be turned to one side. At this time, parents should monitor the side. Newborns usually sleep 18 to 20 hours a day, but babies under one month old should not sleep for a long time. Parents should wake them up every 2 to 3 hours to facilitate feeding.

Protect the umbilical cord

Do not open the umbilical cord bandage casually, keep the bandage dry and clean. If blood oozing out, ask medical staff to re-bandage it immediately.

Pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene

There is a layer of vernix on the surface of the newborn's skin, which can resist cold and lubricate the skin. Don't rush to wash it off. After 1-2 days, the vernix will be absorbed. When wiping the newborn's body, it is advisable to wipe from top to bottom. After washing, apply cooked edible oil to the armpits and skin folds. When bathing the baby, the water temperature should not be too hot. Try to bathe 1-2 hours before feeding, and prevent water drops from entering the ear canal. The baby's clothes and diapers should be soft and hygienic, and they should be washed and changed frequently. Do not use detergents, soaps, etc. that are too alkaline to wash clothes.

Pay attention to the health of family members

The health of family members who have more contact with the baby is crucial to the baby's health. People with infectious diseases such as tuberculosis, hepatitis, dysentery, etc. should not come into contact with the baby to avoid infection.

Newborn health standards

Ten standards for newborn health: Experts believe that newborn health should meet ten standards. They are listed below for parents' reference.

1. After a newborn is born, he or she cries a few times and then begins to breathe with his or her lungs. In the first two weeks, he or she breathes 40-50 times per minute.

2. The normal pulse rate of a newborn is 120-140 beats per minute.

3. The normal weight of a newborn is 3000-4000 grams. Any weight below 2500 grams is considered an immature baby.

4. The feces of newborns are black, green, sticky, and odorless in the first two days. After feeding, they gradually turn yellow (golden or light yellow).

5. If a newborn starts to urinate within 24 hours after birth, it is abnormal if it exceeds this or urinates more than 30 times a day in the first week.

6. The normal body temperature of a newborn is between 37-37.5℃. If you don't keep warm, the body temperature will drop below 36℃.

7. Most newborns have slightly yellow skin on the 2nd or 3rd day after birth. If the jaundice does not subside or worsens after birth, it is pathological.

8. After birth, newborns have reflexes such as foraging, sucking, sticking out the tongue, swallowing and hugging.

9. Shining light on a newborn baby can cause eye reflexes. From the second month onwards, the baby's eyes will follow moving toys.

10. The hearing of a newborn baby gradually improves 3-7 days after birth, and hearing sounds can cause him to blink and other movements.