Infancy

What do we call the way babies should be wrapped in a blanket that replicates the womb?

• cuddling

• a blanket

• swaddling

Once the baby is properly swaddled in their receiving blanket, you should lay them on their ______.

• side

• belly

• back

When changing a babies diaper, you should wipe _____

• back to front

• front to back

When is it safe to give a newborn a bath?

• when they get home from the hospital

• after the umbilical cord falls off

• when they have a full head of hair

• only when dirty

How many inches of water should be used in the infant bath tub when giving the baby a bath?

• 1 inch

• 2-3 inches

• fill the tub up!

How do you test the water temp in an infant bath?

• feel with who hand

• use the wrist to temp check on your sensitive skin

• use a thermometer

Why should the baby's head be positioned higher than the head during feeding?

• to avoid choking on the nipple

• to avoid air in the nipple that causes gas

• It's more fun to cuddle that way

Which is NOT one of the three positions you can use to feed your baby?

• cradled in your arms

• prop the bottle up using a blanket and let them feed themselves

• in a high chair or car seat

• On your lap facing the parent

It is OK that your baby does NOT burp after every feeding.

• True

• False

When dressing your infant, put the shirt on ______ first.

• feet

• head