Age: Baby should be 5-6 months old. Before 5 months of age weaning is not recommended by doctors because of choking hazards and allergy issues. Ideal age to start solid is 6 months old. 3 day rule: Whenever you give any food to your baby check him/her for 3 days before giving any new food.… Continue reading 5 tips to start solids in Babies
Developmental milestones (month by month) in infants
Age Motor development Sensory development Speech Feeding and daily routine Social development 1 month Flexion in prone position Turn head to one side Can see upto 12 inches. Cry is the only source of communication feeding after every 2 hours. Meconium black poop during early days makes bond with primary care giver 2 months Move… Continue reading Developmental milestones (month by month) in infants
Giving Honey to Babies
Hey are you giving honey to your newborn? What is tahnik? What should be the first thing to introduce in newborns? Are you sure that honey safe? Does honey have any bad effects on your little one’s tummy? Traditional use of honey:People have been giving honey to the newborns and babies (under the age of… Continue reading Giving Honey to Babies
Post Partum Depression
What’s the postpartum depression and how long it will lasts? How prevalent the depression is and how it can affect both partners? What are the sign and symptoms? How to deal with postpartum depression and when to consult with doctor? General information about postpartum depression: Depression cannot be ignored and it shouldn’t be ignored. First… Continue reading Post Partum Depression
Exercise program for babies
Colic in Babies
Colic pain: Colic pain is an intense cramp like feeling in abdomen which goes and comes in the form of episodes. It may affect babies and adults. In babies it is the most common pain. According to a research colic pain can affect 5-40% of the newborns. It usually starts at the age of 3… Continue reading Colic in Babies
Cow milk in babies
Cow milk is a natural product which has so many health benefits. It’s not only good for young people but also for elder people. People are using it in different ways. But when it comes to introducing anything to your newborn, you must be very cautious. Babies of age less than 1 year shouldn’t be… Continue reading Cow milk in babies
Egg yolk in babies
c+ Giving egg to babies: Some people give egg yolk or egg white to babies or even to the newborns. But this approach is not good. As recent researches have shown that you shouldn’t give any thing to your baby until the age of 6 months. Even don’t give water or honey to your little… Continue reading Egg yolk in babies
Teething in babies
Teething chart: Babies usually begin teething at the age of 6 months. Some babies may develop teeth after their first birthday while some develop teeth even before the age of 6 months. All these things are normal. Although all babies have unique characteristics and different timelines but we can predict specific time period for specific… Continue reading Teething in babies