20
Jan
When it comes to newborn care in India, there are many myths that have been passed down through generations. These misconceptions can lead to confusion and even harm to an infant, so it's important...
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10
Jan
Childhood allergies are a very common problem for many children and their families. Allergies can cause a range of symptoms from mild to severe, making it important for parents to understand what causes them,...
30
Dec
The New Born Care Week 2022 in India, between 15 and 21st November, is being celebrated to spread awareness about the well-being of newborn babies. Taking care of a newborn, especially as a first-time...
20
Dec
Breastfeeding provides many health benefits to both the mother and child, but myths about breastfeeding in India abound, and it's important to clarify what are the real facts. Here are seven myths about breastfeeding...
10
Dec
Newborn care week is officially recognised in India between the 15th and 21st of November, which coincides with World Prematurity Day on November 17th. During this week, we are reminded of the important role...
20
Nov
If you’re the parent of a child, you want to do everything possible to protect your child from infections and other medical conditions. A lung infection can be particularly worrying because it can cause...
28
Oct
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is the leading cause of bronchiolitis in infants and young children. It can cause breathing problems, fever, and a cough that can last for up to 10 weeks, in addition...
21
Oct
If you’ve ever been to the hospital or had a doctor’s appointment and are prescribed an inhaler, you might be left wondering if you have asthma or not.
Inhalers don’t mean that you have asthma....
15
Oct
The term flat head refers to the development of an abnormal flatness on the back or side of your baby’s head. While flatness on the back of your child’s head can occur due to...
06
Oct
It’s every new parent’s nightmare – your baby keeps crying inconsolably because of gas, and you have no idea what to do about it.
Gas in babies may be caused by anything from food intolerance...
30
Sep
It’s that time in the life of your baby. You’re at home with your baby and he or she has begun to show signs of teething.
They’re drooling more than usual, chewing on everything in...
22
Sep
With the onset of the monsoon, the chances of getting bitten by mosquitoes rise manifold. Mosquitoes are responsible for spreading several infectious diseases such as dengue, malaria, chikungunya and viral fevers among others. A...