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Breastfeeding provides many benefits for both mom and baby, but it does not always come naturally to either. Most new moms feel awkward, a bit nervous and unsure about what they are supposed to do. The main thing to remember is to relax and don't be

Circumcision is a surgical procedure to remove the foreskin (the skin covering the end of the penis). Circumcision is most often done within the first few days of life, typically before the child leaves the hospital. Why Choose to Circumcise

Every baby born in Oklahoma is required to have the newborn screening test completed in the first week of life, after 24 hours of age. Saint Francis facilities will typically complete the test while mom and child are still in the hospital. Newborn

The Henry Zarrow Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Saint Francis Children's Hospital has been the site of life-saving neonatal services and miraculous recoveries since 1978. Today, our NICU cares for nearly 850 newborns and their families

You've put a lot of thought into choosing a name for your child, decorating the nursery and determining which car seat is safest. Selecting a pediatric primary care doctor with the same dedication is one of the most important decisions you will make

At Saint Francis Health System, we believe the more you know about the normal processes of pregnancy and your changing body, the better prepared you will be to cope with the possible discomforts along the way. You'll also better understand how

As the highly-anticipated day draws near, it’s very important to be prepared for your stay in the hospital. By week 34 (week 28 if your pregnancy is considered high-risk) you should have a bag packed and plan in place to make the transition as easy

Every woman tries her best to make sure the baby she is carrying is healthy. To help achieve this goal, physicians like to know as much as they reasonably can about the health of a woman’s developing baby (fetus) as early as possible during the

High-risk pregnancies pose an increased chance of complications to mother or baby during the pregnancy or at birth. The highly-skilled team of caring professionals at Saint Francis wants to help ensure the healthiest possible outcomes for you and