Stages of Development> Period of Infancy - Functions of Vital Organs

When a baby is born, both the heart and lungs start working very quickly to help the baby adjust to life outside the womb.

• At birth, the heart beats about 134 times per minute.
• The pulse rate (which is the same as heart rate) can be around 130 to 150 beats per minute.
• The lungs work rapidly; the baby’s breathing is quick and regular.

When a baby is born, doctors count the baby's heartbeats and monitor how quickly the baby breathes to ensure everything is normal.

• At birth, a baby’s heart and lungs start working immediately to adjust to life outside the womb.
• The heart beats about 130–150 times per minute.
• Breathing is quick, regular, and essential for survival.
• Doctors check the baby’s heart rate and breathing at birth to ensure they are normal.