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 Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey 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.
A premature infant born at 28...
A premature infant born at 28 weeks to migrant construction worker parents was admitted with severe respiratory distress syndrome. Dr. Soujanya initiated early CPAP and surfactant therapy, coordinating with social workers to arrange temporary housing near the hospital. The baby showed remarkable improvement over 8 weeks and was discharged with home oxygen support, with the family receiving training in neonatal care.