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Yes. I actually started using my Baby Cry tracker app. I got early access through a friend. It's currently invite-only.
It gives me daily reports showing trends of how much my baby cried, and what at the time of the day she cries most of the time, and I also get to see week-to-week comparisons as my baby grows.
You can request invites here bit.ly/BabyCryTracker
It gives me daily reports showing trends of how much my baby cried, and what at the time of the day she cries most of the time, and I also get to see week-to-week comparisons as my baby grows.
You can request invites here bit.ly/BabyCryTracker
The staining of the diaper depends on how soon after the baby passes the urine you look.....most urine change colour after sometime". You may have to see a paediatrician to confirm if the stain is something to be worried about.
Dr Aina Johnson
Paediatrician
Yes, it can be applied on other parts of the body but be sure it's prescribed by a dermatologist. It's important to note that the type of skin conditions determines treatment.
Give him water in a non-threatening way.... Just make the water available in lovely sipy cups and also model by drinking water randomly through the day... Not necessarily immediately after the meals"
it is most likely colic.Colic is common. It usually starts a few weeks after birth. By ages 4 to 5 months, the majority of babies with colic would have improved.
Colic improves on its own, often by age 3 months.
Colic improves on its own, often by age 3 months.
Good morning ma'am, there are 2 different types of nappy rashes in broad categories....those due to irritation from the urine and diaper...and those rashes that tend to occur in the nappy areas. It takes a Paed dermatologist to differentiate
what you can do as Mums. Always assume it is a diaper rash from prolonged contact of skin with urine.
what you can do as Mums. Always assume it is a diaper rash from prolonged contact of skin with urine.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with the baby sleeping through the night without passing urine.... Thats one of the criteria for toilet training.... Ability to control the bladder
It depends. Sometimes it's hard to predict exactly when that will happen. This is because potty training is only successful when your child is physically and emotionally ready to leave diapers behind. Some kids are ready to start at as young as 18 months old, while others aren't ready until they're 3 or 4 years
This is having frequent loose watery stools. It occurs when the fluid cannot be absorbed from the contents of an individuals bowel or when extra fluid is secreted into the bowel causing watery stool. Usually, it could be a symptom of bowel infection called Gastroenteritis which can be caused by some harmful microorganisms that may result from food poisoning I.e drinking contaminated water or eating contaminated food.
Meanwhile, continue to give ORS to replace the fluids. If the temperature is above 37.5, you can tepid sponge. While you head to the hospital.
No powder pls....it must be something that creates a barrier between skin and urine....powder will be formed into a paste by urine and further irritates the skin..3) allow the diaper area to be exposed to air at times when you are home...don't always cover with diaper...
Dr. Dara Abiodun
Medical Doctor
Alternatively, take off the diaper first and keep monitoring after feeds...Most babies will pass urine within 30 minutes of breastfeeding
Try to use diaper cream each time u change his diapper, it would help the soreness and prevent it from coming back.
Baby Tribotan and Cacatin work perfectly for my baby. You should try it
Sudocream is also good...also ensure u change the diaper regularly and most time u can air ur baby bum ..put Mackintosh under her while she sleep and remove the diaper to allow air
Dr. Dara Abiodun
Medical Doctor
Have you tried Cacatin cream?
How do I know my child is ready to begin
toilet training?
It depends on several factors, including your child’s
age, awareness of toileting-related issues, physical
readiness, and communication skills. Beginning
toilet training too soon will make the process more
frustrating for both you and your child
Look for some
of following signs of readiness:
• Notices when diaper or clothing is wet or soiled.
• Shows interest in self-care (e.g., dressing,
hand-washing, toileting).
• Shows interest in other’s toileting behavior.
• Completely empties bladder when voiding and
stays dry about 2 hours at a time.
• Has bowel movements that follow a regular and
predictable pattern.
• Is able to walk to and from bathroom independently.
• Has the balance to sit on toilet 2 – 5 minutes.
• Follows a few simple directions (e.g., sit down).
. indicates need to go to bathroom through facial
expressions, postures, gestures, pictures, or words.
Don't be in a hurry to ditch the diaper...