Is my baby ready to start on solids?
The staple typical Kenyan weaning dish seems to be porridge, pumpkin and spinach. But, is this a balanced meal? The most important concern during...
Your Newborn’s Face and Head
Right after the baby was placed in her arms, she whispered, "My baby really has a funny shaped head."
After birth, your little one may...
Common Questions on Newborn Care II
1. My baby has swollen eyes with yellow discharge, what should I do?
This is usually caused by a blocked tear duct. Improper draining of...
Identifying Infant Behaviour Cues
Behaviour cues refer to the signs that infants give to tell you what they need.
Engagement Cues that your baby is ready to interact with...
Infant Attachment
Infant Attachment is the deep emotional attachment that your baby forms with you. This influences the later emotional, cognitive and social behaviour as they...
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Spina Bifida
This largely means "cleft spine," and is characterized by the incomplete development of the brain, spinal cord, and/or meninges (the protective covering around the...
Feeding and Burping the Baby
Whether feeding your newborn by breast or a bottle, it is recommended that babies be fed on demand whenever they seem hungry. The baby...
Common weaning problems
Weaning is a learning experience for most mothers - and it often becomes a time when mums learn more about their baby. It is...
