While it is very important to treat infection promptly, it is prudent that antibiotics should be used judiciously in newborn infants. Antibiotics could change the gut flora and cause dysbiosis. Therefore, in infants > 35 weeks,  the Neonatal Sepsis Calculator could guide and help with antibiotic stewardship. Watch the video to know the difference between the old and new Neonatal Sepsis Calculator. https://youtu.be/a2z57g951kE

My baby is two days old, and her bilirubin level is 14 mg/dL. The nurse told me that it is 4 mg lower than the phototherapy level. Should I take my baby home? Yes, you can take your baby home. The wider the difference between the current value and the phototherapy level, the more reassuring. Please watch the following video for a better understanding. https://youtu.be/EMGcOF0_tKU

Hepatitis B Vaccination in Newborn Infants  Hepatitis B vaccination is crucial for newborn infants to prevent the transmission of the virus. Administered within 24 hours of birth, this vaccine significantly reduces the risk of chronic infection and liver disease. Early immunization is a vital step in ensuring long-term health and protection against hepatitis B.