BATHING BASICS: Baths & Sponge baths
You should give your baby a bath preferably once a day to allow him/her to relax unless otherwise advised by a doctor.
You'll need the...
Danger Signs to Look Out for After Vaccinations
From birth, babies are subjected to many vaccines that are administered all the way until they reach toddlerhood. In Kenya, most babies go through...
Guide to Choosing the Best Children’s Hospitals in Kenya
The Best Children's Hospitals in Kenya. A comprehensive Guide on Factors to consider when choosing a hospital for your child.
Your child is the best...
How To Massage
LEGS
• Start with your baby’s legs as this is a non-invasive part of the body and you can keep good eye contact and make...
Nutritional Requirements
Complementary foods should provide sufficient energy, protein and micronutrients to cover a child's energy and nutrient gaps so that together with breast milk, they...
Fluid Intake for Babies
Infants & children are at greater risk for dehydration because of their age. You should ensure that your baby is having enough fluids each...
Understanding Your Baby’s Skin
Most parents are worried about the appearance of their baby’s skin. "What are those marks on his skin?" "Why does she have pimples?"
Here are...
Caring For Your Premature Baby
Premature babies require special care.
Kangaroo Mother care is an effective way to meet a premature baby's needs which include warmth, frequent breastfeeding, protection from infection, stimulation,...
Undescended Testicles
The testicles are the two organs that hang in a pouch-like skin sac (the scrotum) below the penis. Normal testicles form when the baby...
Feeding Your Baby After Going Back to Work
Cup Feeding
You can choose to cup feed your baby which is usually the recommended way as it has the following benefits:
• Easy to clean with...