Dr Sarita Sharma's Child Care Clinic

04/03/2026

Happy Holi everyone 💝

02/03/2026

Allergic rhinitis module under IAP allergy chapter on 1st March.
Cases of Nasal allergy in children have increased to almost 30%. A detailed program on approach, diagnosis, management with precision diagnosis and newer modalities of treatment.
Had a wonderful session with an enthusiastic audience

21/02/2026

Honoured to join as a faculty at Medllumina 2026, an international conference on Precision Medicine
# Allergy # precision care # allergy panel

12/02/2026

ALLERGY REMEDIES: PEDIATRICIAN’S HONEST RATING 👶🤧

Social media is full of allergy hacks—but which ones actually work?
Dr. Sarita Sharma breaks down myths vs science-backed remedies for kids’ allergies.

❌ Local honey & essential oils – mostly myths, no real benefit
⚠️ Humidifiers – limited effect, depends on location
✅ Freezing pillows & toys – reduces dust mites
✅ Masks on high pollen days – highly effective
✅ Shower before bed – washes off allergens
✅ Regular vacuuming – keeps indoor allergens low

Save this for parents dealing with allergies and share it with other parents!

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09/02/2026

“Rashes ho gaye, banana aur milk band kar dete hain!”
This is one of the most common myths among parents.

Food allergy is not just rashes.
True food allergy usually comes with multiple symptoms like:
➡️ Vomiting or loose motions
➡️ Breathing difficulty or wheezing
➡️ Swelling of lips, eyes, or face
➡️ Severe itching or hives
➡️ Irritability or lethargy

What should parents do?
✅ Don’t randomly stop nutritious foods like milk and banana
✅ Avoid self-medication and home remedies
✅ Observe symptoms carefully
✅ Consult a pediatrician for proper diagnosis and tests

Early medical advice can prevent complications and keep your child’s nutrition on track.

Dr. Sarita Sharma
Pediatrician

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06/02/2026

Is your baby crying non-stop and nothing seems to help?
It could be colic—and yes, it’s completely normal.

Colic usually starts around 3 weeks of age, peaks by 6 weeks, and gradually settles by 3 months in most babies.
What parents often see as “pain” is actually your baby learning how to pass stools for the very first time.

During colic, babies may:
• Strain and turn red
• Cry intensely before passing stools
• Appear uncomfortable despite being healthy

The good news? Colic is temporary—and manageable.

Simple steps like proper burping, correct feeding position, tummy time, gentle massage, and leg cycling can significantly ease discomfort.
And when nothing works, distraction often does—even a short drive can calm a crying baby.

Remember, you’re not doing anything wrong.
Understanding colic helps parents stay calm—and a calm parent helps the baby settle faster.

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Sarita Sharma
Pediatrician | Delhi
Where little hearts meet gentle care 💙

💾 Save this for late-night reassurance
🔁 Share it with new parents who need this today

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05/02/2026

Dr. Sarita Sharma
Pediatrician | Allergy Specialist
Because every child deserves care that feels safe, warm, and reassuring

04/02/2026

❌ No child is useless. Ever.
But there are warning signs Indian parents often ignore, and later regret.

In Indian households, children are expected to adjust silently —
“Marks aren’t good? Study harder.”
“Why are you always tired?”
“Stop overreacting.”

What we often miss is that a struggling child is not a lazy child — but a child asking for help in silence.

As a pediatrician, I see this daily.

7 Signs Indian Parents Should NEVER Ignore in Their Child

1️⃣ Loss of interest in everything
No interest in studies, play, hobbies, or friends — often mistaken as laziness.

2️⃣ Constant comparison affecting confidence
If your child says “I’m not good enough” — that’s emotional damage, not drama.

3️⃣ Sudden drop in school performance
Effort is there, results aren’t — could be stress, learning difficulty, or burnout.

4️⃣ Excessive screen use to escape reality
Mobile addiction is often a coping mechanism, not the root problem.

5️⃣ Frequent anger, silence, or emotional outbursts
Children express emotional overload through behavior, not words.

6️⃣ Physical complaints without medical cause
Headaches, stomach pain, tiredness — common stress signals in Indian kids.

7️⃣ Fear of failure or extreme pressure to be “perfect”
When children feel loved only for results, they stop believing in themselves.

👉 A child showing these signs is NOT useless.
They are overwhelmed, unheard, and emotionally exhausted.

🔹 Early support
🔹 Less comparison
🔹 More listening
🔹 Professional guidance when needed

Because the future of an Indian child depends not on pressure — but on understanding.

📌 Save this.
📤 Share with Indian parents.
❤️ Awareness today prevents regret tomorrow.

— Dr. Sarita Sharma
Pediatrician | Delhi

04/02/2026

02/02/2026

“Doctor, is Baby-Led Weaning really safe?”
Yes—when done the right way.

Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) can be a wonderful way to introduce solids after 6 months, but only if your baby is truly ready.

✅ Start BLW when your baby can:
• Sit without support
• Hold head steadily
• Show interest in food

🥑 How to begin safely:
Offer soft finger foods like banana, avocado, and well-steamed vegetables.
Cut foods into long stick shapes so your baby can grip them easily.

⚠️ Safety rules you must follow:
• Always supervise—never leave your baby alone while eating
• Avoid choking hazards like nuts, popcorn, whole grapes, and raw hard vegetables

🌱 Why BLW helps:
• Builds self-feeding skills
• Improves sensory development
• Encourages healthy eating habits
• Makes baby a part of family meals

😰 Worried about choking?
Gagging is normal and protective—it’s different from choking.
Yes, it gets messy. Yes, it takes time.
But done safely, BLW helps raise confident, independent eaters.

🩺 Dr. Sarita Sharma
Pediatrician | Delhi

Start slow. Stay safe. Enjoy the journey of weaning 💛

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30/01/2026

If your baby cries through the night and the mother is completely exhausted, there is a simple, powerful solution — Kangaroo Care.

Kangaroo Care means skin-to-skin contact, where the baby rests directly on the father’s bare chest. This is not just emotional bonding — it is strongly backed by science.

✔ Helps regulate the baby’s body temperature
✔ Stabilizes heart rate and breathing
✔ Transfers healthy skin bacteria that strengthen immunity
✔ Keeps the baby calmer and more settled
✔ Reduces constant feeding demand
✔ Supports exhausted mothers and helps sustain breastfeeding

Kangaroo Care is not only a mother’s role.
Sometimes, the safest and strongest place for a baby is dad’s chest.

Try it today — and feel the difference yourself.

— Dr. Sarita Sharma
Pediatrician, Delhi

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