Articles about "gastro intestinal" 7
Jaundice
Jaundice is pretty common in
newborn babies and you’ll probably notice that your baby has a slight yellowish
tinge to his skin in the first days after his birth. It’s caused by a breakdown
of red b . . .
Babyproof your garden
If you're lucky enough to have a yard, it will offer your child a chance to enjoy being outdoors and explore a new environment. However, yards can pose a number of hazards to small children, . . .
Understanding your baby's stools
New parents are often fascinated by their baby’s stools, spending ages contemplating their consistency and frequency and what these indicate about their baby’s wellbeing. But how much can we tell from . . .
Jumpstart labor at home
There are both synthetic and natural ways to bring on labour, and before your health practitioner tries any of the synthetic methods, it may be worth giving a few of the natural methods a go.
Milk allergy and lactose intolerance
It’s thought that 2-3 percent of babies have a milk allergy and while most will grow out of it by around three years, it can pose problems in terms of feeding and ensuring that your child rece . . .
Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
Most babies spit up a little of their feed from time to time but if yours does so frequently he could have gastroesophageal reflux disease, especially if she pulls up her legs as if she has st . . .
How to decode your baby’s cough
It can be very upsetting to hear your baby or toddler coughing, especially if it seems to cause her discomfort and it’s disturbing her sleep. But despite the fact that it may sound unpleasant and upse . . .