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The color of a newborn’s skin changes as the days go by. At birth, many parents end up surprised, as the baby’s skin tone is usually different from what it will be later in life. This happens because a newborn’s... Continue ReadingThe color of a newborn’s skin changes as the... Continue Reading
One of the hardest things about being a new mom is learning how to read your baby's signals. Babies are, obviously, unable to protect themselves from any situation—whether hunger, tiredness, illness, or... Continue ReadingOne of the hardest things about being a... Continue Reading
A very common question among mothers, especially first-time moms, is: At what age does a baby hold their head up? However, the answer is quite simple Why Are Babies So Delicate? Right after birth, the... Continue ReadingA very common question among mothers, especially... Continue Reading
Most babies enjoy taking a bath. Physical contact with mom or dad keeps them relaxed and the water distracts them. However, newborns have difficulty getting used to this hygiene routine and, as a result,... Continue ReadingMost babies enjoy taking a bath. Physical... Continue Reading
When we become mothers, many questions pop into our minds about our children's health and well-being. Therefore, it’s common to wonder: Can I bathe my baby before or after feeding? Before we move on to breastfeeding... Continue ReadingWhen we become mothers, many questions pop... Continue Reading
One of the places parents will visit regularly after their baby is born is the pediatrician's office. The coordinator of one of the most renowned pediatric clinics in Johannesburg says she advises parents... Continue ReadingOne of the places parents will visit regularly... Continue Reading
The changes that pregnancy can bring to a woman are many, both psychological and physical1. While some parts of the body change and adapt to welcome a new life, other parts are also indirectly affected.... Continue ReadingThe changes that pregnancy can bring to... Continue Reading
Among the doubts that arise during pregnancy, those about sex are some of the most discussed, but also those that generate the most discomfort or even embarrassment for some women to talk about. The topic... Continue ReadingAmong the doubts that arise during pregnancy,... Continue Reading
Medicine estimates that between 15,000 and 26,000 live-born children, one has dwarfism. If we estimate that one in 20,000 babies has the condition in Brazil, there would be... Continue ReadingMedicine estimates that between 15,000... Continue Reading
Taking medication, no matter what type, always raises doubts and questions for various reasons. One of the topics that causes the most confusion when it comes to this, is whether an antibiotic cancels... Continue ReadingTaking medication, no matter what type,... Continue Reading
Suddenly you give your daughter a bath and notice a swelling in her breasts. But how can that be? She’s still a baby—what could this be? This increase in breast size in children is called precocious thelarche1. Many... Continue ReadingSuddenly you give your daughter a bath and... Continue Reading
If we do a quick internet search for "morning-after pill while pregnant," we will find several questions about it. There are doubts and fears about its consequences for the baby. It may seem pointless... Continue ReadingIf we do a quick internet search for "morning-after... Continue Reading
When a woman finds out her baby's sex, she chooses the name, thinks about the clothes, the room, the color of the decor, but one thing that is often not considered is the hygiene of babies' and children's... Continue ReadingWhen a woman finds out her baby's sex, she... Continue Reading
Can you tell what's on the menu even before you enter the restaurant? Does the scent of a perfume from the other side of the street upset your stomach? A heightened sense of smell during pregnancy is... Continue ReadingCan you tell what's on the menu even before... Continue Reading
Even with excellent medical monitoring during pregnancy, some problems can arise. However, this monitoring will certainly help to ensure these problems do not get worse or turn into something more serious... Continue ReadingEven with excellent medical monitoring during... Continue Reading
Diseases are a part of our lives, whether we like it or not. They exist, and it’s a fact that, at some point, one of them might catch us. There are many types of diseases that appear for no apparent reason and... Continue ReadingDiseases are a part of our lives, whether... Continue Reading
Children’s growth and development are natural factors, but they often raise many questions for parents due to certain phases. Sometimes we come across minor issues like childhood underarm odor, which may... Continue ReadingChildren’s growth and development are natural factors,... Continue Reading
Many women who are pregnant experience stomach discomfort that is often referred to as heartburn or sometimes just simple indigestion. However, reflux during pregnancy1 is the correct name for this condition,... Continue ReadingMany women who are pregnant experience stomach... Continue Reading
Suddenly you notice that your nails appear yellowish, peeling, or when you take off your shoes you feel a sharp pain under one of your toes and when you look, you see an injury. All this is the consequence... Continue ReadingSuddenly you notice that your nails appear... Continue Reading
Having food poisoning means that something consumed contained some type of bacteria, virus, or toxin that causes the body to react negatively1. This reaction is often characterized by vomiting, nausea,... Continue ReadingHaving food poisoning means that something... Continue Reading
Gastritis is the medical term used when there is inflammation in the lining of the stomach wall, and this can lead to many digestive problems1. Gastritis during pregnancy is quite common; often, a pregnant... Continue ReadingGastritis is the medical term used when... Continue Reading
Most people think that child malnutrition is a problem only in underdeveloped countries. It is true that the majority of deaths involving malnutrition happen in these countries, especially on the African... Continue ReadingMost people think that child malnutrition... Continue Reading
