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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.
Refocusing on Your Career as Your Kids Get Older
Now, the time feels right to focus on yourself and your goals. How can you attain the career you always wanted? Here are some tips for shifting the focus to your career objectives. (2 min read)
When Should Your Little One See a Pediatric Dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry launched the “Get it Done in Year One” campaign urging parents to complete the visit to the pediatric dentist by age 1. Parents always seem perplexed by this since the baby only has a handful of teeth at that age, so why this recommendation? (3 min read)
What causes low milk supply?
It has long been thought that after birth, a mother’s milk supply is solely dependent on the amount the infant drinks - a ‘supply and demand’ process. However, there are also an array of maternal factors that lead to a decreased milk supply. These include genetics and factors such as diet and environmental influences. (3 min read)
What are the expected milestones of a 3-month old baby?
3-month-olds also begin to develop communication skills, which is important for boosting self-esteem and building trust in their parents. Parents will notice that their babies respond positively to the voice of those close to them, associating it with love and comfort. (3 min read)
Do Galactagogues Really Increase Breast Milk Supply?
Low milk supply is a serious stressor for moms. Domperidone is one of the most researched and prescribed galactagogues for increasing breast milk supply. But is it more effective than other options?
COVID-19 and its effects on breastmilk
COVID-19 positive mothers rarely infect their newborn babies with the virus, and if they do, babies are seldom symptomatic. Mothers with COVID-19 who breastfeed their babies transmit beneficial antibodies that serve to protect the baby from the virus. (3 min read)
Are Maternal Obesity and Childhood Obesity Related?
A recent study found evidence that maternal obesity and childhood obesity are related. A higher concentration of fat and lactose in breast milk can have an impact on the baby’s weight and metabolic development. (3 min read)
Does What a Mother Eats Transmit to Baby's Milk?
It has long been thought that what a mother consumes passes straight to the baby through her breastmilk. In line with this thinking is the belief that certain foods have the ability to create digestive issues in the baby. Spicy foods, cabbage, cold foods, coffee, and dairy products are all considered lactation no-gos. (3 min read)
What is a Tongue-tie and How Do You Treat It?
This frenulum, a simple string holding your tongue in your mouth, has many variations. In some little ones it’s very thick, not as elastic, or attached very close to the tip of the tongue. This is known as a tongue-tie. A tongue-tie restricts the way the tongue can move and function. (3 min read)
Flat Head Syndrome in Babies
Flat head syndrome can occur when babies are positioned on their backs for sleeping. If torticollis is the cause of the flat head, parents may notice that their child always turns his or her neck to one side and that the head is permanently tilted.
All You Need To Know About After Baby Anxiety
Many moms suffer from mental health problems after delivering their babies. The ‘after having a baby’ anxiety, is often overlooked. (3 min read)
Lipid Intake Shouldn’t be Overlooked
Experts are still trying to understand the quantity of fat breast milk provides to your baby. Lipids are fat and are an essential part of a baby’s nutritional needs. (3 min read)
What Is Cluster Feeding And Why You Should Do It
Cluster feeding is when newborns start eating in clusters, short and frequent intervals spread over some time. (3 min read)