Newborns need just some basic items at first. These include a warm and safe place to sleep, food, clothing, and diapers. Here's a helpful guide to the essentials.

Detailed information on the most common procedures performed on newborns

Today nearly all newborns are screened for hearing loss. Here's a look at why, and the types of screening tests that are done.

Newborn babies routinely receive eye medicine and a vitamin K injection soon after birth. Both prevent serious conditions.

Detailed information on preparing for your new baby

Most families soon find ways to adjust to the changes that take place after a baby is born. But it's helpful to prepare family members for what's ahead.

Newborns have many variations in normal appearance, from their skin color to the shape of their head. Here's a look at some of the normal variations you can expect.

Thrush is a mouth infection that is common in babies and children. Symptoms include white or yellow velvety patches in the mouth. Thrush is caused by a type of fungus called Candida.

Detailed information on the most common types of newborn complications

Some babies have a more difficult trip through the birth canal than others, resulting in physical injuries. These injuries usually are not serious and clear up or improve within a few days or weeks after the birth.