FEVER: Causes, Symptoms & Management
Your child has fever if his temperature is: Higher than 37.8 degrees C measured orally or in the ear. Higher than 37.5 degrees C measured under the arm. Causes of Fever In Children Bacterial...
View ArticleINFANT SKIN CONDITIONS
Common infant skin conditions are benign and require no treatment. Rashes, birthmarks and yeast infections are very common in infants. Rash Your infant’s tender and sensitive skin commonly reacts to...
View ArticleCOLIC IN NEWBORNS: Definition and Symptoms
Dealing with a colicky infant can be the most frustrating and anxious period of parenthood. The joy and elation of your newborn’s arrival is suddenly replaced by suffering, sleeplessness and even...
View ArticleTips and Remedies for Colic #Common Infant Conditions
The most frustrating aspect of colic is the apparently inconsolable nature of baby’s discomfort. While parents often feel helpless, there are steps that may provide you and your baby with comfort and...
View ArticleThe Colic Massage Routine
This is an easy-to-follow routine that research shows will provide stimulation of the digestive system (through pressure and stroking) and relief of abdominal wind, gastrointestinal (digestive)...
View ArticleTracking your Baby’s Progress
Your baby’s motor development is an individual process. Infants usually acquire motor skills in the same order, but the rate at which they acquire them is individual. One baby may crawl at 7 months...
View ArticleTaking care of Baby’s beddings
Babies spend a lot of time sleeping. It is important to ensure hygiene and fresh beddings to enhance your baby’s sleeping experience. Here are a few tips Air the beddings by throwing back the...
View ArticleHow to Clean your Baby’s First Teeth
Baby’s first teeth generally appear any time from around 5 months and 27 months and need to be kept healthy to allow your baby to eat, speak and have healthy permanent teeth later. In our culture, not...
View ArticleThumb and Finger Sucking
A few weeks ago, I was watching a group of little girls playing. Suddenly an argument started and one of the little girls stomped off and hid behind a tree. I watched as she quickly glanced around and...
View ArticleTeething pain
Teething is when your baby’s gums get inflamed and sensitive as new teeth grow, pushing their way against and through the gums. Some symptoms of teething include: Drooling and having lots of saliva...
View ArticleCaring for Your Baby’s Teeth
Your baby’s teeth begin forming before birth and all the 20 primary teeth usually known as baby’s teeth are present in a child’s jawbones at birth. The lower two front teeth are typically the first to...
View ArticleBaby-Proofing to Avoid Water Accidents
Babies have been known to drown in as little as 2 inches of water; it is vital to protect them. Here are a few tips: Never let your babies play in the bathroom or leave them alone as they could fall...
View ArticleBaby-Proofing to Avoid Burns and Scalds
To help protect your baby from burns and scalding Always put cold water first in the bath basin (karai) as the baby can just come and enter right in. Keep electrical cords and wires out of the way so...
View ArticleBaby Proofing to Avoid Choking and Suffocation
Babies are usually attracted to ribbons, cords or string. Here are a few tips to help protect against choking, strangulation and suffocation. Never place any type of cord around your baby’s neck. This...
View ArticleTransitioning to Solids
Please note Start by offering food 2-3 times a day. To ensure that your baby gets enough iron, aim for at least 120 mL (8 tbsp) of iron fortified cereal by age 9 months. In addition offer animal...
View ArticleFeeding your Toddler
Any baby who is between 12-36 months is generally referred to as a toddler. These years are usually characterised by a period of rapid growth and development. Children grow and develop at different...
View ArticleNutritional Requirements for your Toddler
In the first few years, your child has specific nutritional needs for healthy growth. Toddlers aged 1-3 years are growing and developing quickly and it’s an important time to make sure they are eating...
View ArticleFood Allergies
A food allergy is a reaction to the protein in a food. When introducing a new food, it is important to look for signs of an allergy. Signs of an allergy can occur within a few minutes or a number of...
View ArticleDrinks Offered to Toddlers
Both the foods and the drinks you offer your toddler are important in helping her to grow up healthy. Find out what drinks to serve, how much and when. What drinks should I offer? • Breastmilk....
View ArticlePersuading Children to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
Making mealtimes playful can mean healthier eating for your kids. Here are some fun, creative ways to add more fruit and vegetables to your child’s diet: • Create a food collage. Use broccoli florets...
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