It's a big ajustment caring for a newborn. It can be a real strain on first time mommies. Caring for your baby  is a never ending job, changing diapers, feedings, caring for the umbilical cord, bathing and dressing your little one.

On top of all that you constantly worry about your baby. Is he or she eating enough? Does he or she have a tummy ache? Why is he or she crying so much? Should I call the doctor? There are signs to let you know when to call the doctor. Here are a few signs. If you experience any of the following you need to call the baby's doctor.

Call the doctor if your infant:

1. Has white spots in his or her mouth.

2. Has blue or pale skin

3. Starts having a siezure

4. Has a fever that is 100 degrees F

5. Doesn't want to wake up after a nap that has last a few hours

6. Crys constantly and comforting him or her doesn't seem to help

7. Has yellow skin

8. Has a diaper rash that won't go away or gets worse

9. Has less than five wet diapers in a day

 Has blood, mucus, or blood clots in his or her urine or stool

10. Hasn't drinked all day- Hasn't had a bowel movement in more than a day

11. Vomits after every feeding

These are just a few signs to look for when deciding to call the doctor.

No two babies are alike. If you feel that something is wrong, then you shouldn't hesitate to call your baby's doctor. Use your gut feelings in deciding whether or not to call the doctor. If you're not sure, go ahead and call the doctor anyway just to be on the safe side.There are hotlines in some states for mothers to call if they have questions. Check your phonebook for those listings. They always come in handy.