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Until your newborn's umbilical cord falls off, sponge baths are the best way to bathe your baby. Gather supplies ahead of time. Bathe your newborn every 2 to 3 days, using the steps below as a guide. You can wash the diaper area more frequently as needed to keep the baby clean.

Decide where you are most comfortable bathing your baby and gather your supplies ahead of time. You will need towels, washcloths, shampoo/body wash, diapers, and clothes. Use the tips below to help keep your baby safe.

Newborns need good nutrition and plenty of loving - 2 things you can supply with bottle-feeding. There are many formulas, so ask your healthcare provider which is best for your baby.

Follow these steps to care for your baby's umbilical cord.

During the development of a fetus, the testicles (male sex organs) form near the kidneys. Normally, they’re in the scrotum before the baby is born. An undescended testicle doesn’t fully move down into the scrotum.

Your child has had surgery to remove tonsils or adenoids. Your child will need time to get better. Below are guidelines for your child's recovery.

Your child may be having surgery to take out the tonsils or adenoids. If needed, the tonsils and adenoids can be taken out during the same surgery. The two procedures are described here.

You can learn how to help control your asthma. One way is to learn about the things that make you have flare-ups. You can also learn how to know when a flare-up is on the way. The more you know, the easier it will be to control your asthma.

Read on to learn about some common asthma triggers, and how to control them.