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No, exclusive breastfeeding means no water, no herbal drinks only breastmilk for the first 6 months of life.
You baby might be experiencing colic.
Colic is common in babies. Unfortunately, there are no proven treatments that consistently help every baby.
It usually starts a few weeks after birth and often improves by age 3 months. By ages 4 to 5 months, the majority of babies with colic have improved. Just continue breastfeeding
Colic is common in babies. Unfortunately, there are no proven treatments that consistently help every baby.
It usually starts a few weeks after birth and often improves by age 3 months. By ages 4 to 5 months, the majority of babies with colic have improved. Just continue breastfeeding
Middle ear infections (otitis media)
As fluid collects behind the eardrum, it causes the drum to bulge, resulting in intense pain. Occasionally, the eardrum will bulge so much that it tears (this is called a burst eardrum), and you will see a thick yellow discharge come from the ear. When this happens, children often suddenly feel better, as the bulging has stopped. A burst eardrum normally heals without treatment.
Outer ear infections (otitis externa)
There can be discharge from the ear, or your child might complain of a feeling of fullness in their ear.
The ear may be red and swollen. The redness may spread beyond the ear.
As fluid collects behind the eardrum, it causes the drum to bulge, resulting in intense pain. Occasionally, the eardrum will bulge so much that it tears (this is called a burst eardrum), and you will see a thick yellow discharge come from the ear. When this happens, children often suddenly feel better, as the bulging has stopped. A burst eardrum normally heals without treatment.
Outer ear infections (otitis externa)
There can be discharge from the ear, or your child might complain of a feeling of fullness in their ear.
The ear may be red and swollen. The redness may spread beyond the ear.
It’s time to take the child to the hospital. Ringworm is a fungal infection. Let your children be examined and managed properly by a paediatrician
Torches occur as a result of infection a mother might have during pregnancy
If it's just salivating it could be due to teething, some babies drool alot when about to teeth. However if there's excessive drooling, with tongue protrusion and delay in development, Pls see a paediatrician for evaluation to rule out any brain involvement
Kindly confirm fever with a digital thermomether. If temperature is higher that 37.5°c, give age appropriate dosage of paracetamol, tepid sponge and present your baby for proper review by a paediatrician for proper management.
When weaning off, kindly start gradually but be firm and determined.
Ginger and garlic are spices that can make some babies fussy or show some allergic reactions, so it's okay to take if your baby tolerates it.
You can but it’s not necessary
Yes you can give coconut water to your baby from 6months.
Treatment of rashes can only be determined by a doctor or dermatologist. Kindly see one so your child can be properly reviewed.
Snuffles in baby will resolve by itself.
It is not a good practice to use hot water on your baby's private part and head. It is a DANGEROUS practice. Please put a stop to it.
Postinor-2 is only intended as an emergency measure. If you have not already done so you should discuss with your doctor other methods of long term contraception.
You should not breast feed within three days after taking Postinor-2.
You should not breast feed within three days after taking Postinor-2.
No, please note that breastmilk is produced based on demand. That is, the more your baby sucks, the more the breastmilk will flow. Eat well, drink lots of water and fluid generally but most importantly relax
How yellow? Light yellow is normal. Deep yellow is dark-coloured urine needs to be reviewed by a doctor.
Your baby is experiencing what is called Reflux. To reduce reflux try and keep the baby upright for 15 - 30 minutes after feeds before putting the baby down flat