Immediate Postpartum Care: Neonatal Observations

1. Colour, breathing patterns, patency of airway, warmth.
2. For the cord, observe for bleeding and that the clamp is secure.
3. Promotion of comfort and rest to neonate.
4. Initiation of breast feeding.

The uterus immediately after delivery is midway between the umbilicus and symphysis (see Figure1 )

Subsequent/Daily Postnatal Care in Hospital

Admission:

• Review antenatal and delivery notes
• Complete physical assessment of mother
• Education
• Documentation of findings

Discharge:

• Discharge criteria
• Discharge plan