Treatment of Allergy Conditions
The type of treatment for an allergy depends on the underlying cause.
Inhalant Allergy
Your doctor may decide to use the following treatments to deal with...
Food Poisoning
Food poisoning among babies is very common. The little ones have such a sensitive digestive system that a small kitchen mistake will definitely affect...
Common Questions on Newborn Care
Newborn cleaning and grooming
1. How should I care for my baby's genitals?
• Change diapers regularly.
• Change any stool diaper immediately to avoid a diaper...
Shaken Baby Syndrome
It’s common to see Kenyans shake a baby in an attempt to soothe or to make baby laugh. However, many don’t know that shaking...
What is SIDS? How can it be prevented?
SIDS is short for ‘Sudden Infant Death Syndrome,’ and most people know it as ‘cot death.’ It refers to the sudden, unexpected death of...
Skin Care Tips
Here are a few tips to consider:
You don’t have to bathe your baby daily with soap. Newborns especially have delicate skin and a...
Common Childhood Diseases that are Prevented by Vaccinations
In Kenya, babies have to get about ten to fifteen vaccinations from the day they are born and into toddlerhood. These vaccines are introduced...
Tips and Remedies for Colic #Common Infant Conditions
The most frustrating aspect of colic is the apparently inconsolable nature of the baby's discomfort. While parents often feel helpless, there are steps that...
Prevention of Jaundice
Have you ever seen small babies with yellow eyes? Do you know why Kenyan mothers are encouraged to expose their little ones to the...
Regular Vs Baby Friendly Vaccinations
Getting your baby immunised is the best way to protect them from getting diseases that are usually caused by germs and related organisms. In...
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How to ‘KANGAROO’ Your Newborn
Kangaroo care is defined as a method of holding a diaper-clad newborn in skin-to-skin contact, prone and upright on the chest of the parent.
The...
Handling a Newborn
After you deliver your baby, you now have a new responsibility, which is taking care of your newborn. Your baby looks so fragile and...
Helpful notes for Mum when weaning baby
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Start by offering food 2-3 times a day.
To ensure that your baby gets enough iron, aim for at least...
