1. Preparation: Ensure a quiet environment and a calm baby. 2. Positioning: Position the newborn comfortably, usually on their back. 3. Listening: Using a stethoscope or Doppler, listen to the heart sounds for a full minute to get an accurate heart rate. 4. Frequency: In a stable neonate, auscultation might be done every 2-4 hours, but in a baby with a neonatal disorder, it may need to be more frequent.
