Articles about "hygiene" 17
Newborns and pacifiers
Some babies will opt for a cuddly toy over a dummy, but others will find much comfort from their dummy. If a dummy is what your baby is after it is always best to choose an orthodontic type.
Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs, which can be caused by a variety of bacteria and viruses.
It often follows on from an upper respiratory tract infection, such as a cold, flu o . . .
Meningitis
This can be a devastating illness because it’s difficult to diagnose and symptoms develop very quickly.
It’s an inflammation of the membrane covering the brain and spinal cord, and c . . .
Impetigo
This highly contagious skin infection is caused by bacteria called streptococcus or staphylococcus and develops when bacteria carried on the skin infects bites, cuts or sores.
Childr . . .
Flu
This infectious virus of the upper air passages can be quite miserable for all unfortunate enough to catch it.
Ear infections
Most children have had at least one ear infection by the time they reach the preschool years and babies are especially vulnerable because the Eustachian tubes that connect their ears to the ba . . .
Common cold
Most babies suffer from some kind of cold before they reach their first birthday because their immune systems are still developing and they have a tendency to transfer germs by putting their h . . .
Should I choose to bottle-feed?
Ultimately it’s your choice to choose breast or bottle for your baby and as long as you’ve weighed up the pros and cons of each method, you’re entitled to make your own informed decision.
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Breastfeeding: an overview
The American Academy of Pediatricians recommends you exclusively breastfeed your baby for his first six months, and if you choose to breastfeed you can be sure he’ll be receiving all the nutri . . .
Top tips for traveling with a baby
Traveling with a baby can be daunting but don’t forget that your baby is extremely adaptable.
You might even learn to love traveling with one so small, as your baby is very portable . . .