No. In newborns, spit-up is milk coming back up; a burp is air release. Spit-up can show up during a burp, but it isn’t the burp itself.

No—Pedialyte does not relieve newborn constipation; it is for dehydration from diarrhea or vomiting and can displace needed breast milk or formula.

Yes—overfeeding can trigger newborn hiccups by stretching the stomach and nudging reflux; hiccups are usually brief and harmless when feeds are paced.

Yes, a pacifier can help many newborns sleep and is linked to lower SIDS risk, but it’s optional and safe sleep steps still matter.

Yes, when used safely, pacifiers can soothe newborns and may lower SIDS risk; start after breastfeeding is established and skip cords or add-ons.

No, newborns aren’t thought to have nightmares; their night cries usually reflect hunger, discomfort, or normal active sleep.

No, newborn spit-up usually doesn’t mean they’re full; it’s often normal reflux. Rely on fullness cues and steady weight gain, not stains.

No, newborn smiling doesn’t automatically mean wind; early grins are mostly reflexes, while social smiles start near 6–8 weeks.

No, newborns sleep a lot—about 14–17 hours in 24 hours—but wake every 2–3 hours to feed, get changed, and connect with you.

No, standard newborn screening doesn’t test for HIV; maternal testing and separate infant virologic tests are used when exposure is identified.