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Topic #78. Infant Part 14: Congenital Torticollis
Definition
When examining the newborn, the neck is inspected for full range of motion looking for congenital torticollis. Congenital torticollis is a condition that occurs when a muscle on one side of the infant’s neck becomes tight a...
Topic #77. Infant Part 13: The Newborn Head - Lines, Lumps and Bumps
Bones
The image below of the human skull shows 5 bones of interest when doing a newborn exam:
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Frontal (2)
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Parietal (2)
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Occipital (1)
Image credit: Shutterstock
Suture lines
At birth, these bones are not fused...
Topic #76. Infant Part 12: Congenital Heart Disease
The topic of congenital heart disease can be confusing. Let’s try to break it down by looking at 5 topics:
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Normal heart anatomy
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Ductus arteriosus and patent ductus arteriosus
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Congenital heart disease screen
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Coarctati...
Topic #75. Infant Part 11: Serious Signs and Symptoms
This post looks at serious signs and symptoms of conditions an infant may present with that warrant immediate attention.
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Respiratory distress
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Sepsis
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Gastrointestinal problem
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Metabolic disorder
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Compromised airwa...
Topic #74. Study Guide and Lactation College-isms
The IBCLC exam rolls in September 1-10, 2026. I put together this study guide of a lot of the important points we have covered this Semester, including Lactation College-isms, which are mnemonics/fun ways to remember facts. I will keep goin...
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Pediatrician, Professor of Pediatrics, Educator, Writer - with first hand experience as a wife, mother of 3, and grandmother of 4. Breastfeeding is important, but it can be hard - I hope this helps.
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