Articles about "childhood illness" 116
Vitamin K concerns
You may have concerns about your
baby being given a vitamin K injection after he’s born because of research
carried out in the early nineties that suggested it might be linked to
childhood leukemia . . .
Mental wellbeing
Your mental wellbeing is vital to how much you enjoy your experience of pregnancy. Studies too have shown that unborn babies are receptive to their mother’s emotions, so by staying positive, fit and h . . .
Teething pain and sleep patterns
As with other developmental milestones, teething can disrupt your baby’s newly established routines. This can be frustrating but it is an inevitable part of the development process.
Are there alternatives to immunization?
This
is a contentious question to answer as both the government and medical
profession (for the most part) say that there isn’t. However, critics of
immunization believe that immunization itself is . . .
Which diseases does my child receive vaccinations against?
The immunization program
recommends the following vaccines for your child from birth on. Keep in mind
that most public schools will not permit you to enroll your child if he hasn’t
been immunized.& . . .
Childhood immunizations
The
need for childhood immunizations has become a hot topic in recent years, with
media attention given over to the possible negative effects of certain
vaccines, such as the MMR. Some parents may . . .
Working while pregnant
As an expectant mum there is no reason why you should have to choose between your career and your baby. More and more women are continuing to work during their pregnancies.
Nannies: what to expect
A
nanny is someone you employ to give one-to-one care to your child in your home.
She’ll take responsibility for your child’s daily care, preparing their food
and planning activities to support the . . .
Family providing childcare
Childcare by a family member,
such as a grandparent, can be an excellent choice as long as you trust them to
make decisions on a day-to-day basis regarding areas such as food and
discipline. Howeve . . .
Home daycare: what to expect
Home
daycare is the ideal option if you want your baby cared for in a homely
environment along with just one or two other children. What are the advantages of home daycare?- Care is usua . . .