An RN working in the Community Outreach Department at Utopia Hospital.

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Slide 3: Anticipated Developmental Milestones

  • Cognitive Development:
    • Recognizes familiar faces
    • Follows objects with eyes
    • Babbles
  • Motor Development:
    • Rolls over
    • Sits with support
    • Crawls
    • Stands with support
    • Takes first steps
  • Social and Emotional Development:
    • Smiles at caregivers
    • Shows joy and excitement
    • Exhibits stranger anxiety

Slide 4: Safety in the Home

  • Choking hazards: Keep small objects out of reach
  • Poisoning hazards: Store medications and cleaning supplies securely
  • Fall hazards: Use safety gates and secure furniture
  • Burns: Keep hot liquids and objects out of reach
  • Drowning hazards: Never leave a child unattended near water

Slide 5: Safe Sleeping Environment

  • SIDS prevention: Put babies to sleep on their backs on a firm, flat surface
  • Room sharing: Share a room with your baby for the first six months
  • Avoid soft bedding: Keep pillows, blankets, and stuffed animals out of the crib
  • Pacifier use: Offer a pacifier during sleep

Slide 6: Food and Nutrition Safety

  • Breastfeeding: Encourage breastfeeding as the primary source of nutrition for the first six months
  • Introducing solids: Start solids around six months and introduce new foods gradually
  • Food allergies: Be aware of potential food allergies and consult with your pediatrician
  • Food safety: Wash hands and prepare food safely

Slide 7: When to Call Your Pediatrician

  • Fever
  • Persistent vomiting or diarrhea
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Refusal to feed
  • Unusual lethargy or irritability
  • Seizures
  • Any concerns about your baby's health

Slide 8: Resources

  • Local WIC resources
  • Utopia Hospital contact information
  • Additional recommended resources (e.g., American Academy of Pediatrics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Speaker Notes

  • Slide 3: Emphasize the importance of tracking your baby's development and seeking help if you have concerns.
  • Slide 4: Discuss the importance of childproofing your home and creating a safe environment for your baby.
  • Slide 5: Highlight the importance of safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of SIDS.
  • Slide 6: Discuss the benefits of breastfeeding and the importance of introducing solids gradually.
  • Slide 7: Emphasize the importance of seeking medical attention if you have any concerns about your baby's health.
  • Slide 8: Provide contact information for local resources and recommended websites.

Peer-Reviewed Sources:

  1. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). (2023). SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths. https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/150/1/e2022057990/188304/Sleep-Related-Infant-Deaths-Updated-2022  
  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2023). Infant and toddler nutrition. https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/index.html  
  3. World Health Organization (WHO). (2023). Child growth standards. https://www.who.int/tools/child-growth-standards/standards

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Slide 1: Title Slide

  • Title: Healthy Beginnings: A Guide for New Parents
  • Your Name and Affiliation
  • Date

Slide 2: Introduction

  • Welcome the audience and thank them for attending
  • Briefly introduce yourself and your role at Utopia Hospital
  • Outline the goals of the presentation

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