Is your Newborn Healthy

You determine your baby's health based on its weight. But how do doctors determine if your baby is "medically" fit? They rate the newborn in what is called the APGAR Score. This sytem of rating newborns is followed by all doctors worldwide, and provides a good basis for comparison.Your baby's first exam in life that she needs to pass with flying colours is the Apgar Test. Developed by Virginia Apgar, an anesthesiologist, it is performed one minute after birth and then repeated after five minutes. Dr. Apgar has identified certain critical signs that are measured and rated immediately after birth. The results reflect the baby's general condition and help the doctors to determine the nature of the baby's post-delivery care.For more click here