Newborn and Postpartum Care: What to Expect | UCLA Health BirthPlace

The first days and weeks after delivery are a time of recovery, adjustment and learning. In this video, Maria Nuno, CNM, explains what families can expect immediately after delivery while still in the hospital as well as after returning home with a newborn. Learn about postpartum recovery, feeding schedules, safe sleep recommendations, pediatric follow-up care, umbilical cord care, tummy time and signs that may require medical attention. The video also covers resources available to help support parents during the transition to life with a new baby. Learn more about UCLA Health BirthPlace at uclahealth.org/birthplace Full transcript available below. #UCLAHealth #BirthPlace #PostpartumCare #NewbornCare #Parenting #MaternalHealth #PrenatalCare #PregnancyEducation #PatientEducation #PregnancyJourney #HealthyPregnancy #WomensHealth