Colic is a health condition characterized by long and repeated bouts of crying seen in otherwise healthy infants. The causes of colic are not known, and though some believe that there is no such thing as colic, acute abdominal pain is believed to cause the symptoms. While all infants cry, babies are said to be colicky if they cry for more than three hours a day for at … [Read more...] about Help Your Child Cope with Colic
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Jaundice and your baby
Babies are prone to jaundice in the first few days after birth. It is usually not something to get alarmed about and is quite common. It will usually not hurt your baby or cause any permanent damage. Jaundice in babies is caused due to increased bilirubin levels in the baby’s blood. Bilirubin is a substance that is produced in the body when the red blood cells undergo … [Read more...] about Jaundice and your baby
Traumatic Birth
The process of becoming a mother involves a certain amount of psychological strain for a pregnant woman. In fact, for some women, childbirth can be as traumatic as life-threatening events such as a natural disaster or a war. During pregnancy, it is important for the to-be mother's family members and close ones to support her as required. During childbirth, women are likely to … [Read more...] about Traumatic Birth
Preventing pinworms in children
If your child suffers from itching around the anus, it could indicate symptoms of pinworms. Pinworms are tiny white worms, about a quarter of an inch long, that commonly affect toddlers and older children. The commonest symptom of pinworm infestation is an annoying itch around the anus that seems to worsen at night. Children are infected by pinworms when they pick … [Read more...] about Preventing pinworms in children
Ear infection in babies
Babies are often susceptible to ear infections. Medically termed as acute otitis media, ear infections usually develop because of fluid or bacteria collecting around the eardrum. Typically, the Eustachian tube, connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose and throat allows such fluids to drain out from the region around the middle ear. However, when the Eustachian tube is … [Read more...] about Ear infection in babies