Newborn Care Treatment in India
About Newborn Care
Key Highlights
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Expert care from a specialist trained in the unique medical needs of newborns.Comprehensive health assessments and screenings to detect issues early.Specialized management for premature, low birth weight, or ill infants.Focus on stabilization, nutrition, and infection prevention.Critical support for respiratory, cardiac, and neurological function.Guidance and education for parents on feeding, safety, and infant care./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Premature birth (before 37 weeks of gestation).
- Low birth weight (less than 2.5 kg) or high birth weight (macrosomia).
- Respiratory distress, apnea, or need for oxygen support.
- Suspected or diagnosed infections (e.g., sepsis, meningitis).
- Jaundice requiring phototherapy or other intervention.
- Congenital anomalies (heart defects, genetic disorders).
- Birth asphyxia or complications during delivery.
- Feeding difficulties or requirement for intravenous nutrition.
- Maternal health factors (diabetes, infections, substance use).
How to prepare
- Prenatal consultation with the neonatologist for high-risk pregnancies.
- Ensuring the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or special care nursery is prepared and equipped.
- Reviewing maternal and prenatal medical history for potential risks.
- Preparing necessary equipment for resuscitation and stabilization at birth.
- Informing and counseling parents about potential procedures and care plans.
- Coordinating the delivery team (obstetricians, nurses, neonatologist) for a seamless transition.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection from prolonged hospital stay or medical devices (IV lines, ventilators).
- Complications from treatments like phototherapy (dehydration, rash) or medications.
- Pain and stress from frequent blood tests and procedures.
- Potential for lung injury from mechanical ventilation (bronchopulmonary dysplasia).
- Feeding intolerance or necrotizing enterocolitis in preterm infants.
- Risk of intraventricular hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain) in very premature infants.
- Long-term neurodevelopmental challenges in some high-risk infants.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Continuous monitoring of vital signs, oxygen levels, and weight gain in the hospital.
- Gradual transition to full oral feeding (breastfeeding or formula).
- Management of jaundice with phototherapy if needed until levels normalize.
- Parental education on safe sleep practices, bathing, and recognizing signs of illness.
- Scheduling follow-up appointments for growth, development, and hearing/vision screenings.
- Providing vaccinations as per the national immunization schedule.
- Emotional and psychological support for parents during the transition home.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-28 days
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Expected recovery time:
Ongoing through infancy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering newborn care in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with neonatology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform newborn care. MediFyr helps you compare neonatologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for newborn care compare across other countries where we have data.
Vivaan Williams was born at 32...
Vivaan Williams was born at 32 weeks gestation, weighing just 3 pounds, 5 ounces. His parents, Maya and James, were first-time parents who had experienced a difficult pregnancy with Maya developing preeclampsia, necessitating an early delivery. Vivaan was immediately transferred to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) due to his prematurity. He struggled with respiratory distress syndrome, needing help to breathe, and had difficulty maintaining his body temperature and blood sugar levels. The neonatologist, Dr. Evans, recommended a comprehensive course of newborn care in the NICU. This included respiratory support with a CPAP machine, temperature regulation in an incubator, intravenous nutrition, and careful monitoring of his vital signs and development. For the first two weeks, Vivaan's journey was a rollercoaster of small improvements and setbacks. His parents felt a mix of overwhelming fear, helplessness, and exhaustion, spending every possible hour at his isolette, talking to him and learning to care for his tiny body through the portholes. Gradually, Vivaan grew stronger. He was weaned off breathing support, began tolerating tube feeds of breast milk, and started to gain weight. After 38 days in the NICU, he was discharged home, healthy and thriving. The emotional journey for his parents shifted from terror and uncertainty to profound relief and immense joy. They left the hospital with a deep gratitude for the NICU team and a fierce, newfound confidence in their resilient son.
Neonatologists for Newborn Care
Explore experienced neonatologists who regularly perform newborn care and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 20 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 22 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 22 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 18 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
- 18 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
- 18 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 15 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 15 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 11 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 11 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
- 10 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 11 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 13 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri, Siliguri
- 23 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 10 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 10 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 22 Years Experience
- Neonatologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon