Night Terrors in Children
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Night Terrors in Children

After a long day of learning and playing, the best feeling in the world is to tuck that sleepy little face into bed.   You hope that your little one will fall sound asleep and not wake up until the morning. However, many children experience night terrors or sleep disturbances, which can make life difficult for everyone.  Night terrors can cause long-term sleep issues, so it is essential that you know how to deal with them.  In this article, you will learn about night terrors, what they are, why they occur, and how to prevent them.

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Constipation in Toddlers
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Constipation in Toddlers

When your child was a baby, their bowel patterns were different. As your baby grows, the gastrointestinal tract matures, and the number of bowel movements per day decreases. Some sources say that children should generally have at least one bowel movement per day or a bowel movement at least three to four times a week. Therefore, it is essential to identify your child's usual bowel pattern so that if it deviates from their typical pattern, you will be aware that something might be wrong, or it may be constipation.

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How Much Weight Should My Baby Gain?
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How Much Weight Should My Baby Gain?

One of the most exciting things about being a parent is watching your baby grow. However, it's sometimes difficult to know how fast your baby should grow or whether they are putting on the right amount of weight for their age. This article will outline the average weight of your baby at birth, how much weight your baby should gain every week until they are a few months old, what affects their weight gain, and when you should be worried about your baby’s weight gain.

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Why Do Newborns Lose Hair on Their Heads?
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Why Do Newborns Lose Hair on Their Heads?

If you are a first-time parent, you might wonder if hair loss is normal for infants. Read on to find out more about the patterns of hair growth and hair loss in babies and why hair loss occurs. You will also learn when your baby's hair will grow back and what you can do to prevent your baby's hair from falling out.

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When To See the Doctor if Your Baby Has a Cold
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When To See the Doctor if Your Baby Has a Cold

Coughs and colds are some of the most common complaints for which a parent seeks advice from their doctor for their baby. Most of the time, coughs and colds are harmless and go away independently, causing only minor inconveniences and minimal worry. However, there are times that coughs and colds become more serious and can disrupt your baby’s routines and daily activities. This article will describe what causes cough and colds, when you should see a doctor, and when you should worry about your child's symptoms.

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What Can Babies See?
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What Can Babies See?

It is always a joy to see a baby. Having a baby gives light to a room and a smile to people's faces. But have you ever wondered what babies can see? When do they start to see our smiles? Even before your baby learns to sit, crawl, walk or talk, your baby’s eyes are already silently observing and absorbing information about the surroundings. In this article, you will find out how your babies develop their vision, when babies start to see, how their vision develops, and how to bond with your babies with their vision development in mind.

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Putting the Cap on Cradle Cap
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Putting the Cap on Cradle Cap

Cradle cap is a self-limiting disease, meaning it resolves on its own. However, because it is a chronic inflammatory disease, it might take some time for the condition to improve and disappear. For some babies, it can last months or up to a year.

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Sunken Fontanelle
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Sunken Fontanelle

Your baby’s body is constantly growing and changing, and as they grow some structures will change or disappear completely. There are a few body parts that are only present in the first few months of their life. One of these structures is the fontanelle. This article will outline what the fontanelles are, why they are present and when they go away.  

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Why is Baby Poop Green?
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Why is Baby Poop Green?

Taking care and cleaning up after your baby poops can be a tricky and messy business, but there are some essential things that you have to know about your baby's poop. In this article, you will learn about baby’s poop: what normal poop is, what the color and consistency of poop mean, when should you be concerned about your baby’s poop, and when a doctor’s visit is warranted.

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Abdominal Distension in Babies
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Abdominal Distension in Babies

Abdominal distension occurs when substances, such as air (gas) or fluid, accumulate in the abdomen causing its expansion. It is typically a symptom of an underlying disease or dysfunction in the body, rather than an illness in its own right.

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Heat Rash in Babies
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Heat Rash in Babies

Heat rashes can be difficult to deal with.  In addition to keeping your little one up all night, scratching those itchy bumps, it can be uncomfortable and downright painful.  In this article, you will learn about heat rashes, what to do when your baby has a heat rash, and how to avoid them. 

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Can Breastfeeding or Breast Milk Cause Jaundice?

Can Breastfeeding or Breast Milk Cause Jaundice?

After the birth of your baby, exclusive breastfeeding is advocated for the first six months of his or her life. However, it has been found that the yellowing of skin, medically termed, jaundice, is higher amongst breastfed babies than those who are bottle-fed. Patterns of jaundice that are associated with breastfeeding are called ‘breastfeeding jaundice’ or ‘breast milk jaundice’.

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Phototherapy for Jaundice
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Phototherapy for Jaundice

Phototherapy, or "light therapy," is a treatment doctors prescribe if your newborn appears jaundiced. Phototherapy involves using light, whether sunlight or a similar form of light, to remove accumulated Bilirubin in the body. Read on to learn more.

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What is bilirubin in a newborn?
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What is bilirubin in a newborn?

Have you ever wondered why your baby can sometimes look yellow? This is what doctors call jaundice. It occurs commonly in newborns and may be due to many causes. Learn about the different causes of jaundice and what to watch for here.

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Jaundice warning signs: Know when to go to a doctor
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Jaundice warning signs: Know when to go to a doctor

A yellowish color of the skin (also called jaundice) sometimes affects babies. In most cases, this is a normal phenomenon and usually resolves on its own or with a little help from the sun. However, there are certain instances when a yellow color may be a sign of an underlying disease. If not detected and treated early these can have bad consequences for your baby. 

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