Dr. Janina Delos Santos Valdes

20/03/2026

CRADLE CAP - ay makapal, madilaw, o mamantikang kaliskis (balakubak) sa anit ng sanggol. Hindi ito nakakahawa, hindi masakit at hindi makati. karaniwang nawawala nang kusa sa loob ng ilang buwan.

PARAAN PARA MATANGGAL ANG CRADLE CAP NI BABY

1. Pwede gumamit ng plain mineral oil, petroleum jelly, baby oil or VCO. Lagyan ng kaunti ang ulo ni baby sa parte na apektado.

2. Mag-intay ng 15 minuto bago sabunan ng baby shampoo

3. Maaring gumamit ng soft brush upang tulungan na dahan dahan matanggal ang mga kaliskis

Gawin ito hanggang tuluyan matanggal ang cradle cap ni baby

✨Healthy babies. Happy families✨

12/03/2026

🔸️Guide for parents regarding developmental milestones🔸️

Para matulungan po natin ang development niya sa bahay, pwede niyo pong gawin ang mga simpleng bagay tulad ng:

1. Lagi tawagin si baby sa pangalan nya

2. Mas kausapin si baby

3. Magbasa o magkwento

4. Maglaro ng interactive games

5. Bigyan siya ng pagkakataon gumalaw at mag-explore

Malaking tulong po ang mga ito sa speech, motor skills, at brain development ng bata.

Importante pong tandaan na hindi pare-pareho ang bilis ng development ng mga bata. May mga bata na mas maaga, may mga bata naman na medyo nahuhuli ng kaunti. Ang mahalaga po ay patuloy nating minomonitor ang progress ng bata.

Kung sakaling may makita po tayong delay sa development, mas maganda na ipaconsulta na agad sa inyong mga pedia ng maaga natin itong nalalaman para mabigyan agad ng tamang gabay o intervention.

✨️Healthy babies. Happy families✨️


Photo source: Arjun Kharadi

12/03/2026

Madami nagtatanong about baby's feeding, kung gaano kadami, gaano kadalas. I always tell parents FEED PER DEMAND esp in the first few months of life (1-3 months) meaning pag may hunger cues si baby, give milk na. Also, better check with your pedia if nakuha na ni baby ang ideal body weight nya per month.

This is only a guide for parents, listen pa din to your baby's needs.

🔹️check my previous post about hunger cues🔹️

✨️Healthy babies. Happy families✨️

02/03/2026

For our soon to be moms out there. 🤰🏻🤰🏻

Here’s our list of meat to eat and what to avoid during pregnancy.

✨Healthy mothers. Happy and healthy babies✨

02/03/2026

Feeding cues para malaman kung need na ba padede-hin uli si baby. Esp with newborn babies, dapat sila magfeed every 2-3 hours or 8-12 feedings daily kasi they have small stomachs and need nila yun for rapid growth and energy needs for their development.

✨Healthy babies. Happy families✨

02/03/2026

Yes, I always tell parents not to let the baby cry for too long or wait the baby to self-soothe. Always respond to their crying. 🤗

Parents worry about screens, feeding choices, and sleep routines, but the research points somewhere else entirely. MRI studies reveal that the most harmful habit in a baby’s first year is emotional disconnection during moments when the baby is signaling for support. This quiet gap affects the developing brain more than most caregivers realize.

When a baby cries, reaches, or looks for comfort, their brain expects a response. If these cues are ignored repeatedly, the stress systems stay activated for longer than they should. Over time, this constant activation can reduce growth in areas responsible for emotional safety and bonding.

What surprises most parents is that the habit isn't intentional. It often shows up during busy moments, household tasks, or times when adults assume the baby will self-soothe. But for an infant, connection is regulation. Their brain wires stability through the faces, voices, and touch that respond consistently.

Even small changes make a difference. A glance, a gentle sound, or placing a hand near the baby can signal connection. These micro-moments strengthen emotional circuits and teach the brain to calm easily. It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence.

When parents tune in more often, even briefly, they help build a foundation of security that shapes emotional health for life.

19/02/2026

Sa Philippines, nananatiling seryosong sakit ang rabies lalo na sa mga bata.

👉 Kapag nakagat, nakalmot, o nadilaan sa may sugat ng a*o, pusa, o anumang hayop — magpatingin agad sa doktor.

👉 Hugasan ang sugat gamit ang sabon at dumadaloy na tubig nang hindi bababa sa 15 minuto.

👉 Magtungo agad sa pinakamalapit na Animal Bite Treatment Center (ABTC) or kumonsulta agad sa inyong Pediatrician

Ang rabies ay halos palaging nakamamatay kapag nagkaroon na ng sintomas — ngunit 100% itong naiiwasan sa pamamagitan ng tamang bakuna at agarang aksyon.

19/02/2026

Children are at higher risk for RABIES because:

1. They are more likely to play closely with animals.

2. Bites often occur on the face, head, or hands.

3. They may not immediately report minor bites or scratches.

Important Reminders for Parents:

1. Wash the wound immediately with soap and running water for at least 15 minutes.

2. Seek medical consultation right away at the nearest Animal Bite Treatment Center (ABTC) OR go to your favorite Pediatrician

3. Do not wait for symptoms before seeking care.

Pre-exposure vaccination may also be recommended for children with frequent exposure to animals or those living in high-risk areas.

Rabies is 100% preventable with timely vaccination. Early action saves lives.

18/02/2026

Thank you for your thoughtful message and continued trust. It is truly an honor to care for your child’s health. Your appreciation inspires me to always give my best to your precious ones. 🥰

✨️Healthy kids. Happy families✨️
✨️caring for your little ones like my own✨️

17/02/2026

Patient 1: sought consult after applying multiple creams and lotions that did not work for her daughter and made the rash worse and super itchy. Sent a message that her daughter was able to sleep well. Hoorraaayy!😍🤩

Patient 2: sought consult with other Pedias still with recurrent or pabalik balik na cough and colds. Sent a message that her son's symptoms were cured. Yaaay!🥳

✨️healthy kids. Happy families✨️

16/02/2026

Did you know?

Matrescence is the identity shift that happens when you become a mom — and it’s more than “just hormones.” 💛

You may notice:
🧠 Brain changes: fog, worry, hyper-awareness
🤍 Body changes: healing, new shape, new needs
💬 Relationship shifts: different roles, less time, more pressure
🎯 Priority shifts: your “old self” feels far away

✅ Feeling lost, emotional ups & downs, identity confusion -- this is normal postpartum

🚩 Seek help if: sadness/anxiety feels intense, you feel disconnected from baby, or hopelessness lasts more than 2 weeks. MOM's need support. YOU DESERVE SUPPORT.❤️

Photo: realmamadiaries

16/02/2026

here’s how to tell the difference between milk tongue and thrush 👶💛

✅ Milk tongue: mostly on the tongue + wipes off easily
⚠️ Thrush: doesn’t wipe off + may spread to cheeks/gums
✅ Normal coating: thin layer that may wipe off and comes/goes

If patches don’t wipe, spread, or baby seems uncomfortable during feeds, please see your pediatrician.💜💛

Photo: realmamadiaries