! NOTE.
Proper Sock fit is aected by age, weight and foot shape.
Step 6: Check the Base Station
With the Sock now on the baby, check the Base Station. Once it soly pulses
green, that means that your baby’s readings are being picked up and are
normal.
8.2 Skin Irritation
In App: Guide > Caring for your Baby>Avoiding red mark
Incorrect use of the Sock could result in discomfort, potentially leading to
skin irritation, pressure sores, or blisters on your baby’s foot.
CAUTION.
Improper Sock fit or care can lead to injury to the skin.
Avoiding Skin Irritation
Select the correct Sock size for your baby. Refer to Section 8.1.
Avoid using lotions or powders under the Sock. Keep skin clean and dry.
E
nsure Sock is positioned and ad
ju
sted correctly. Refer to Section 8.1.
Check skin every
4
hours during the first week of use and aer changing
Sock si
z
e.
! NOTE.
T
emporary marking from Sock contact is normal if it fades within 8
hours.
A
l
ternate Sock between feet at least every 8 ho
u
rs.
H
and
w
ash Sock and Sensor every
2
weeks or when dirty.
D
ry
completely before use.
Check your baby’s feet for irritation each time you apply the Sock.
D
o
NOT apply Sock to a foot with skin irritation.
If you notice irritation that has persisted from the previous use on that foot,
please follow the instructions below.
W
hat to do i
f
the skin is irritated
D
iscontinue use on the aected foot and apply the Sock only to the
unaected foot until irritation resolves completely.
If irritation doesn’t resolve within 8 hours, contact your healthcare
provider to determine if a backup Pulse O
x
imeter is re
q
uired
Contact Owlet for one
-
on
-
one help with avoiding red marks
Inspect the skin under the Sock on the unaected foot every
4
hours to
ensure irritation does not recur
If irritation appears on both feet, discontinue use, and consult with your
healthcare provider. Re
-
applying the Sock
to irritated skin may cause
increased damage to the skin.
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