Postpartum follow-up protocol?
⚡ Short answer: In Turkey, postpartum follow-up is a protocol established by the Ministry of Health to protect mother and baby health after birth.
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postpartum follow-up protocol?
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In Turkey, postpartum follow-up is a protocol established by the Ministry of Health to protect mother and baby health after birth. It covers 42 days (6 weeks) postpartum.
Mother's follow-up:
- First 24 hours: bleeding, blood pressure, temperature checks, breastfeeding assessment
- Days 3-5: postpartum exam (temperature, blood pressure, uterine involution, lochia, cesarean/birth wound), breastfeeding assessment
- Week 2: general status, mood (postpartum depression screening), baby care guidance
- Weeks 4-6: final check; uterine involution, weight, blood pressure, family planning counseling
Baby's follow-up:
- At birth: newborn exam, heel prick test, hearing screening, vitamin K, Hepatitis B vaccine
- Day 3-5: feeding, weight tracking, jaundice screening
- Week 2: general exam, weight/length/head circumference, feeding assessment
- Weeks 4-6: growth tracking, referral for hip ultrasound
Red flags (requires immediate doctor visit): Mother: fever 38°C or higher, excessive bleeding, severe headache, blurred vision, shortness of breath; Baby: fever 38°C, poor feeding, jaundice, no urination for 8+ hours.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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