Dr.Rawan Demachkie

Dr.Rawan Demachkie Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine

24/03/2026

Cluster feeding is normal, especially in the first 6–8 weeks and often in the evening. Frequent feeding does not mean low milk supply. It stimulates production through demand. The real indicators are weight gain and wet diapers—not feeding frequency. This is how babies build tomorrow’s supply.



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23/03/2026

Fast heartbeat in children is often normal with activity, excitement, fear, or mild fever. Kids’ heart rates are naturally higher than adults. If it slows with rest, it’s usually harmless. Seek evaluation if palpitations occur at rest, or with dizziness, fainting, chest pain, or family history.



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21/03/2026

Holiday malls look fun.
But for babies, toddlers, and even older kids, crowded indoor places can mean more viruses, more cough, more fever, and more sick days.

During holiday periods, malls get packed.
That means close contact, shared surfaces, poor ventilation in some areas, and a higher chance of spreading infections like colds, flu, RSV, and stomach bugs.

What you can do:
• Avoid peak crowded hours
• Skip the mall if your baby is very young
• Keep sick children at home
• Clean little hands often
• Do not let kids touch everything then touch their face
• Choose outdoor activities when possible

One holiday outing is not worth a week of fever, cough, and sleepless nights.

Protect your child early.
Prevention is easier than treatment.

18/03/2026

Teeth grinding in infants and toddlers is very common, especially during teething and nervous system maturation. It usually happens during sleep and often fades with age. It is not a direct sign of worms. Seek dental evaluation only if there is tooth wear, jaw pain, or morning headaches.



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17/03/2026

Secondary bedwetting can happen after months of dryness. Common triggers include stress, deep sleep, constipation, or recent illness. It’s usually temporary while bladder control and the nervous system mature. Avoid punishment or shame. Seek evaluation if pain, fever, daytime accidents, thirst, or weight loss appear.



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17/03/2026

Many grandmothers still recommend tight stomach wrapping for newborns.
The idea was to “strengthen the belly” or prevent colic.

But medicine shows this practice is not safe.

Tight wrapping around the abdomen or hips can:
• Restrict breathing
• Increase reflux and discomfort
• Force the hips into a harmful position

The correct swaddle is different.

Safe newborn swaddling should:
• Keep the chest snug but not tight
• Allow the hips and legs to move freely
• Keep the face uncovered
• Always place the baby on the back to sleep

Your baby does not need belly compression.
They need safe sleep and healthy hip positioning.

If you want to learn the safe swaddle technique for newborn sleep, ask during your baby’s visit.

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16/03/2026

As parents, you know when something feels off. Some symptoms in children should never be ignored: persistent fever, unusual bruising, unexplained weight loss, constant tiredness, bone pain, repeated infections, headaches with vomiting, pale skin, swollen lymph nodes, or any lump that does not go away. These symptoms do not always mean cancer, but they do mean your child needs proper medical evaluation. Early diagnosis can change everything.

Dr. Rawan Demachkie
Pediatrician

16/03/2026

Crackers aren’t automatically healthier than sweets. Many are made with refined white flour, low fiber, and convert quickly to sugar in the body. Sticky refined carbs between meals also increase cavity risk. Focus on whole grains, fiber, timing of snacks, and brushing teeth.



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