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ILLNESSES It is wise to avoid crowded places and large groups of people with your infant during the first 4-6 weeks in order to avoid unnecessary exposure to diseases. Call us during the first 3 months if your baby has: 1. Irritability or shows a significant behavior change. 2. Poor or infrequent feedings. 3. Significant diarrhea or bloody stools. 4. A persistent diaper rash. 5. Bleeding or persistent oozing from the umbilical cord stump. 6. Redness, rash, or a foul odor around the cord. 7. Persistent vomiting. 8. Persistent or recurrent eye discharge and/or redness. 9. Infrequent urination. 10. Redness or increased swelling of the breasts. 11. Significant body rash 12. Fever greater than 100° rectal |
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