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02/15/2021

When Can I Take My Newborn Out?

When Can I Take My Newborn Out?

Being protective when your baby is so vulnerable is natural.

But when can you start to take your baby out and what types of places can they go to?
Keep both you and your baby healthy by using prudence in the first few weeks by avoiding places where germs spread quickly and easily.

https://mom.com/baby/when-can-i-take-my-newborn-out

Your newborn’s immune system takes about two to three months to develop, so you’ll want to avoid closed-in and crowded places until then.

02/13/2021

How To Safely Get Rid of Pink Eye in a Baby

How To Safely Get Rid of Pink Eye in a Baby

While we usually associate pink eye with young children's grubby hand or with adults with dirty makeup brushes, we don’t often think of pink eye in babies.
Though pink eye is a common childhood condition and usually mild, if you have a newborn, they can develop serious complications from the condition. The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend you take your new baby to see a doctor immediately if you notice any symptoms.

https://mom.com/baby/how-to-safely-get-rid-of-pink-eye-in-baby

What does pink eye look like in a baby and what can we do to help the baby get better?

02/11/2021

When Should I Start Brushing My Baby’s Gums?

When Should I Start Brushing My Baby’s Gums?

It might feel strange to think about brushing your baby's teeth when there aren't yet teeth to brush.
But early oral care is so important. See what these experienced moms and medical experts have to say about keeping that sweet, gummy smile healthy.

https://mom.com/baby/when-should-i-start-brushing-my-babys-gums

Get advice from medical experts and experienced moms on how to care for baby's gums, even before teething.

02/09/2021

What Does My Baby See in His First Month

What Does My Baby See in Their First Month?

When your baby is born, their vision isn’t quite developed. In fact, it will likely be 20/400 which means they can see at 20 feet what a person’s normal vision ability is for 400 feet.

Their nearsightedness will quickly fade as they not only develop the physical ability to see closer to 20/20 but also start to understand the visual cues from the world around them.

https://mom.com/baby/what-does-my-baby-see-in-their-first-month

The first month of your baby’s life has many developments happening with their vision, from seeing the world as a blur to recognizing mom and dad.

02/07/2021

4th Trimester: How Much Should My Baby Be Eating?

4th Trimester: How Much Should My Baby Be Eating?

Being a parent with a newborn the first time can be a terrifying experience. After all, who decided you could keep a human alive? Do babies come with FAQs or instruction manuals? Does a person just magically know things about babies?

The 4th trimester is filled with uncertainty — and lots of questions. And one of the most important ones: How much should your new baby be eating? Here are some ways to find out if your newborn is getting enough (or too much) to eat.

https://mom.com/baby/4th-trimester-how-much-should-my-baby-be-eating

Is your newborn getting enough to eat? Find out how much your baby should be eating and how to tell when they've had enough.

02/06/2021

Baby Smiles After Dad Kisses Forehead

Newborn baby smiled as soon as his dad kissed his forehead ❤️

02/05/2021

8 signs of stress in children (and when to seek expert help)

8 signs of stress in children (and when to seek expert help)

Kids are stressed by the pandemic, too—it would almost be strange if they weren't!
But some behaviors signal that extra support may be needed.
Please make sure yo consult all of your concerns with certified specialist only!

https://www.mother.ly/child/childrens-mental-health-when-to-seek-therapy

Kids are stressed by the pandemic, too—it would almost be strange if they weren't! But some behaviors signal that extra support may be needed.

02/03/2021

The best brain-boosting food for kids—and how to get them to eat it

The best brain-boosting food for kids—and how to get them to eat it

Nutrition is crucial for brain development, but kids aren't clamoring to eat fish and wheat germ.
Here's how to close the brain food gap.
Please make sure you discuss all of your questions with certified nutritionist only!

https://www.mother.ly/child/best-brain-food-for-kids

Nutrition is crucial for brain development, but kids aren't clamoring to eat fish and wheat germ. Here's how to close the brain food gap.

02/01/2021

Flu Symptoms in Babies and When to Call the Doctor

Flu Symptoms in Babies and When to Call the Doctor

Is it a cold or the flu? Knowing the most common baby flu symptoms, along with the most common baby cold symptoms, will make it easy to tell the difference between the two this fall and winter. Consider this your cheatsheet.

Please make sure to consult any questions or concerns with certified specialist ONLY.

https://www.parents.com/baby/health/flu/flu-symptoms-in-babies-when-to-call-doctor/

Is it a cold or the flu? Knowing the most common baby flu symptoms, along with the most common baby cold symptoms, will make it easy to tell the difference between the two this fall and winter. Consider this your cheatsheet.

02/01/2021

Cute Baby And Mom Take Selfie Video

Selfie surprise has never been cuter 🙈

01/30/2021

How to Increase Breast Milk Supply During Breastfeeding and Improve Lactation | Life of Dr. Mom

How To Increase Breast Milk Supply During Breastfeeding And Improve Lactation

Seeing a certified lactation consultant is a common first step recommended by health care providers.
Lactation consultants will assess how you and your baby are breastfeeding and modify your techniques to ensure the baby can get enough milk at each feeding. In many cases, breast milk production is low due to poor latch or technique.
A lactation consultant can provide suggestions for how to increase milk production naturally.

https://lifeofdrmom.com/how-to-increase-breast-milk-supply-during-breastfeeding-and-improve-lactation/

Many new moms, including myself, worry about establishing and maintaining a good breast milk supply or how to increase breast milk supply. For the first few days after Madi was born, I struggled with breastfeeding so I supplemented with formula until I was able to improve her latch. Within two weeks...

01/28/2021

I Have a Cold Sore, Can I Be Near My Newborn Baby? | Life of Dr. Mom

I Have A Cold Sore, Can I Be Near My Newborn Baby?

Apart from being cosmetically unappealing, cold sores are highly contagious. But what are you to do when you have a cold sore and also a newborn baby to care for?

If You Have A Newborn Baby And Someone Has A Cold Sore:

Ask that person to wash their hands often
They should not kiss, cough, or sneeze near the baby to avoid their saliva getting on the baby
You may even ask them to wear a mask to cover their cold sores
You may even avoid being near that person while they have a cold sore

The original article and post was co-authored by Erin Manchuk, BScPharm, BCGP and Stephanie Liu, MD, MSc, CCFP, BHSc.

https://lifeofdrmom.com/i-have-a-cold-sore-can-i-be-near-my-newborn-baby/

Apart from being cosmetically unappealing, cold sores are highly contagious.  But what are you to do when you have a cold sore and also a newborn baby to care for? What is a Cold Sore? Cold sores are usually caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).  They look like small blisters around...

01/26/2021

Management Strategies for Colic | Life of Dr. Mom

Management Strategies For Colic

Colic is defined as crying for no apparent reason that lasts for greater than 3 hours per day and occurs on 3 or more days per week in an otherwise healthy infant less than 3 months of age.

Fortunately, colic symptoms resolve spontaneously in 90 percent of infants by 8 to 9 weeks of age.

If you have a colicky baby, know that you are doing the best you can. Take breaks from the crying baby by placing them in their crib and ask for help from friends and family.

The original article and post was co-authored by Stephanie Liu, MD, MSc, CCFP, BHSc and Erin Manchuk, BScPharm, BCGP .

https://lifeofdrmom.com/management-strategies-for-colic/

Colic is defined as crying for no apparent reason that lasts for greater than 3 hours per day and occurs on 3 or more days per week in an otherwise healthy infant less than 3 months of age. Fortunately, colic symptoms resolve spontaneously in 90 percent of infants by 8 to 9 weeks of age. The follo...

01/26/2021

Baby Tries Broccoli

Baby tries broccoli 🥦 for the first time! 😉

01/24/2021

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD) in Babies | Life of Dr. Mom

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD) In Babies

What Is The Difference Between GER And GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is a normal process where stomach contents are refluxed from the stomach into the esophagus without any symptoms or complications.

Babies can often reflux or “spit up”. As long as they are otherwise happy and healthy with good weight gain, this is considered normal GER.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the process where stomach contents go into the esophagus and cause complications such as esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus) or poor weight gain.

The original article and post was co-authored by Stephanie Liu, MD, MSc, CCFP, BHSc and Erin Manchuk, BScPharm, BCGP .

https://lifeofdrmom.com/gastroesophageal-reflux-disorder-gerd-in-babies/

A frequent question I am asked about in clinic is what is normal for infant spit up.  To answer this question, physicians need to determine if the baby has normal gastroesophageal reflux (GER) or gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). What is the difference between GER and GERD? The esophagus is...

01/22/2021

Umbilical Cord Care | Life of Dr. Mom

Umbilical Cord Care

Caring for your newborns umbilical cord stump is important. Whether your baby is born in a health care facility or at home, most times caring for the umbilical cord is easy.

After delivery of your baby, your health care provider will clamp the umbilical cord and then it is cut to separate your baby from the placenta. The clamp is left on the umbilical cord until the stump shrivels up and falls off.

https://lifeofdrmom.com/umbilical-cord-care/

Caring for your newborns umbilical cord stump is important.  Whether your baby is born in a health care facility or at home, most times caring for the umbilical cord is easy.   After delivery of your baby, your health care provider will clamp the umbilical cord and then it is cut to separate you...

01/21/2021

Dvojičky spievajú s mamkou

“Let’s sing with momma”! 🥰❤️

01/20/2021

The Importance of Eye Exams for Children | Life of Dr. Mom

The Importance Of Eye Exams For Children

It’s not uncommon for parents to believe they would know if their child has a vision problem as these issues can be hard to spot. A child may simply assume everyone sees the way they do and may disguise symptoms or compensate for poor vision by adapting their behaviour.

One of the most effective ways to keep a child’s eyes healthy is to schedule an annual comprehensive eye exam with a doctor of optometry. An optometrist can check for vision problems that could interfere with learning performance and potentially affect safety. Just like annual doctor visits, eye exams should be scheduled once a year as part of a child’s health routine.

https://lifeofdrmom.com/the-importance-of-eye-exams-for-children/

Last week, I assessed a 6 year old girl for recurrent falls. Her parents were concerned their daughter had a neurological condition that could be affecting her balance. The first test I sent her for was an eye exam and it was discovered that she was nearsighted and required glasses. It is recommende...

01/18/2021

Does your baby have acid reflux, or are they just barfy?

Does your baby have acid reflux, or are they just barfy?

There are a few reasons healthy babies spit up or vomit. The most common cause is that a newborn’s stomach is still developing— including the esophageal sphincter muscles that keep milk from spilling up and out.

Infants drink a lot for their body size, and they have a short esophagus.

“Therefore, some of the large volume intake simply overflows upward, or sometimes ‘spills’ out through the mouth,” pediatric gastroenterologist Eric Hassall wrote in The Journal of Pediatrics."

https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/baby-health/treating-acid-reflux-in-babies/

Doctors used to prescribe ranitidine to treat acid reflux in babies, but some formulations have been recalled. How can parents manage reflux symptoms and minimize the barf?

01/16/2021

How to Clear a Baby's Stuffy Nose

How to Clear a Baby's Stuffy Nose

Is your little one suffering from a stuffy nose?
These expert-approved home remedies can help combat their congestion

https://www.parents.com/baby/care/american-baby-how-tos/how-to-clear-babys-nose/

Is your little one suffering from a stuffy nose? These expert-approved home remedies can help combat their congestion.

01/14/2021

Baby Diarrhea: A Parent's Guide to Causes and Treatments

Baby Diarrhea: A Parent's Guide to Causes and Treatments

Are you noticing extra watery p**p in the diaper?
Learn what causes the runs and how to stop diarrhea in babies fast.
Please consult all your medical questions and concerns with certified specialist only!

https://www.parents.com/baby/health/diarrhea/diarrhea-101/

Are you noticing extra watery p**p in the diaper? Learn what causes the runs and how to stop diarrhea in babies fast.

01/13/2021

Toddler Holds Baby Sister for the First Time

Toddler Holds Baby Sister for the First Time! 💕

01/12/2021

Newborn baby sleep: 7 common mistakes new parents make

Newborn sleep: 7 common mistakes new parents make

Safe sleep rules can be confusing (especially when you're exhausted). Check this list to make sure you're avoiding these common baby sleep mistakes.

https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/baby-sleep/newborn-sleep-mistakes/

What can newborns sleep in? Can I use crib bumpers? Check this list to make sure you're avoiding these common newborn baby sleep mistakes.

01/10/2021

Vitamin D May Be the Key to Fewer Colds

Vitamin D "MAY BE" the Key to Fewer Colds

"A 2017 study published in the British Medical Journal says there may be an OTC vitamin we can take to prevent colds and respiratory infections from taking over our lives from October through March. And contrary to popular belief, it’s not vitamin C (although taking that certainly won’t hurt!).

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics most kids need vitamin D supplementation because they likely aren’t getting enough of this vital nutrient from food or the sun, especially given modern parents’ fears over too much sun exposure.

Please make sure you ask all of your medical questions and concern to certified professional only!

https://www.parents.com/health/parents-news-now/vitamin-d-may-be-the-key-to-fewer-colds/

Could a simple vitamin (and no, not vitamin C!) be the key to cutting down on the seemingly never-ending colds and infections that highjack our households?

01/08/2021

Cute baby 10 minutes old

Aww, look at this 10 minutes old baby! How precious! ❤️

https://www.facebook.com/182275331855813/videos/326353658518941

01/08/2021

How to get rid of baby hiccups—and prevent them

How to get rid of baby hiccups—and prevent them

For the most part, baby hiccups just happen, but there are a few things you can do to relieve the discomfort they may cause—and maybe even prevent them from happening.

https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/baby-health/how-to-get-rid-of-baby-hiccups-and-prevent-them/

For the most part, baby hiccups just happen, but there are a few things you can do to relieve the discomfort they may cause—and maybe even prevent them.

01/06/2021

5 Baby Cold Remedies for Cough and Congestion

5 Baby Cold Remedies for Cough and Congestion

When your baby has a cold, you'll do anything to help them feel better. These home remedies for cough and congestion can get them on the road to recovery.

Please make sure you consult any of your concerns with certified specialist only!

https://www.parents.com/baby/health/cold/5-things-to-do-when-your-baby-has-a-cold/

When your baby has a cold, you'll do anything to help them feel better. These home remedies for cough and congestion can get them on the road to recovery.

01/04/2021

Baby's Belly Button Opening Up - Why & What to Do About it?

Baby’s Belly Button Opening Up – Why & What to Do About it?

When a baby’s belly button is opening up and is red and sore, it can be an umbilical granuloma. In plain English, this means that instead of healing completely when the umbilical cord stump fell off, some tissue remained. It happens in around 1 of 500 newborn babies.

Please make sure to consult all of your questions with medical professional only!

https://www.easybabylife.com/belly-button-opening-up.html

When my baby lost his umbilical stump, his belly button was read and raw until treated with silver nitrate. Now my baby's belly button is opening up again?

01/02/2021

Attachment Parenting For Babies - Cuddle, Have Fun And Keep It Simple!

Attachment Parenting For Babies – Cuddle, Have Fun And Keep It Simple!

William Sears was the pediatrician who is known for recommending attachment parenting for babies and kids in general, but this kind of parenting has been around forever! Often referred to as Natural or Instinctive Parenting, most indigenous cultures raise their babies this way.

To put it simple, it is all about staying close as much as possible.

https://www.easybabylife.com/attachment-parenting.html

Attachment parenting is all about staying close and responding to your little baby's needs. And have fun! Find tips on what to do here.

12/31/2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021!

New is the year, new are the hopes, new is the resolution, new are the spirits, and new are our warm wishes just for you. Have a promising and fulfilling New Year!

Apple Pediatrics family!

12/31/2020

What are the Risks for Baby Tooth Decay & How to Prevent it!

What are the Risks for Baby Tooth Decay & How to Prevent it!

Baby tooth decay might not be the first thing you think about when your baby is teething.
Many babies and toddlers resist having a toothbrush shoved into their mouth, and hence it is very easy to make excuses to not have to take the battle.

https://www.easybabylife.com/baby-tooth-decay.html

Can breastfeeding give your baby tooth decay? Formula? Find out the risks and how to prevent cavities in infants and toddlers!

12/30/2020

1-Year-Old Baby Refuses Diaper Change - Tips on What to Do!

1-Year-Old Baby Refuses Diaper Change – Tips on What to Do!

There’s not a great deal you can do about this, and you shouldn’t either, because it is a natural, healthy development. But there are ways to deal with this specific situation!

https://www.easybabylife.com/diaper-change-nightmare.html

Q&A: Our granddaughter is 1-year-old and refuses diaper change! She screams and escapes! Learn why toddlers and babies resist diaper change and what to do!

12/29/2020

Upset baby calmed by Christmas music

This 8 month old baby just LOVE holidays season! ❤️ 👶

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=search&v=1146796805513755&external_log_id=6045a35f-045a-4935-bb88-9a7a0c99441f&q=baby%20christmas%20music%20cute

12/29/2020

Baby Standing In Crib and Won't Sleep | The Baby Sleep Site®

How To Handle Your Baby Standing In the Crib and Won’t Sleep

If your baby is standing in the crib, it’s likely they aren’t sleeping. Babies and toddlers of all ages stand up in the crib and cry sometimes.
In this article, you will learn when standing in the crib starts and how to handle it.

https://www.babysleepsite.com/sleep-training/baby-standing-in-crib-wont-sleep/

Baby standing in the crib and won't sleep can be exhausting and frustrating for both of you! Learn tips to help get you both more sleep.

12/28/2020

What to Do About Sibling Fighting - The Fussy Baby Site

What to Do About Sibling Fighting

"Now, it’s important to note that none of these are quick fixes. Our kids are complex little creatures who haven’t yet developed impulse control (under the age of 4..and even after 4, they’re in that egocentric/lack of empathy stage). Spirited kids also often struggle with the skills of problem-solving and frustration tolerance.

"So, it’s unrealistic to think any of these strategies will magically fix sibling rivalry, jealousy or fights. Practicing these strategies can definitely help kids get used to using these more appropriate and adaptive ways of dealing with their big emotions, solving problems, and sticking to the limits you’ve set (and that they know are there…they’re just having trouble meeting them right now)."

https://www.thefussybabysite.com/blog/what-to-do-about-sibling-fighting/

Lately I’ve been getting a lot of emails and messages about sibling fighting and sibling rivalry. Almost without fail, the scenario goes something like this: Older brother or sister (usually between 3-5 years old) is acting out with younger sibling (usually anywhere from infant to preschooler). Th...