Besides morning sickness and headaches, majority of the expecting mothers experience severe breast pain, particularly during the final trimester of their pregnancy. The breasts keep on growing all through the pregnancy; however, the changes in the breast get noticed usually during the third trimester. As the bust size grows, the expecting mother must make sure that she is wearing a bra fitting the changing size of her breasts. This will save them from the severe pain associated with breast growth during the third trimester of pregnancy. There are special maternity bras available in the market; but using those bras is not mandatory. A pregnant woman must only make sure that the bra she is wearing is comfortable and not hurting her. Another abnormal sign occurring in the breasts during the  [...]

Babies are born with full sets of teeth buds lying just underneath their gum lines. These teeth beds never cause any problem before they start erupting. According to experts, the teeth beds are so close to the gum’s surface that even a 6month old baby can end up delivering a reasonably painful bite. In this article we’ll be discussing about the time and signs of baby teething. The time of tooth eruption in a baby is highly variable. Besides that, the symptoms experienced during teething also vary significantly from one baby to the other. On an average, a babies starts teething when he is around the age of six months. However, teething might occur as prematurely as during birth or as delayed as the age of 15 months. The first teeth to erupt are the bottom central incisors or the 2 middle  [...]

Hookworm is defined as an intestinal infection that can occur due to two parasite types namely Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus. Both these parasites are found in soil. The symptoms of hookworm in a child include the following health disorders : Anemia : Majority of the cases of iron-deficiency anemia in children is due to hookworm. The initial days of hookworm infection might not cause any changes in the child’s health; but, after a few days the child will start appearing fatigued and abnormally pale. He might also find it difficult to concentrate on studies. If anemia in a child is not treated at the right time, it might result in learning and behavioral problems. Stomach upset : Hookworm infections can cause severe stomach upsets in children. The intestinal parasites  [...]

Newborns don’t have teeth, but their oral care routine must be as immaculate as that of the grownups. Taking care of the newborns’ gums is extremely important for avoiding tooth decay in the coming years. The oral care regimen for newborns must include the following steps: Cleaning: Soak a soft and clean washcloth into water and clean the baby’s gum with it by wiping it across the gums. This should be repeated every time you breastfeed your baby or feed him with a baby formula. This cleaning procedure also helps in promoting circulation in the baby’s gums. The gums of a baby can also be cleaned using a soft bristled toothbrush and water. Nutrition: The tooth and gum health of a baby is significantly influenced by nutrition provided to the baby. Newborns must only be fed either  [...]

Massaging the baby’s skin using almond oil is common in most of the Indian households and many other parts of Asia. Almond oil possesses a light and sweet fragrance and is a great source of vitamins, E, A, B6, B2 and B1.  This oil also contains polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. In this article we’ll be explaining the process of using almond oil on a baby’s skin. Spread a clean towel over your lap; if the towel is two big, you can fold it according to the size of your baby. Make the baby lie or sit on it. Take 3 to 4 drops of almond oil and massage it onto the scalp of your baby using gentle and circular strokes. While massaging the scalp, you must only use your finger tips. This scalp massage to loosen up the cradle cap i.e. the scaly rashes having similar features like  [...]

A baby can develop eczema as an allergic reaction to food items and laundry detergents or due to certain weather conditions. The symptoms of this skin disorder include the following: small red bumps on the skin having oozing fluids, red patches, dry and itchy skin etc. Certain home remedies can help in managing these signs of eczema effectively without causing any harm to the baby. This article will inform you about a few such home remedies. Bathe the baby using warm water blended with oatmeal. To prepare the oatmeal blend, take 2 cups oatmeal and grind it (you can use a hand blender or a food processor for the purpose). Next, add this grinded oatmeal into the bath tub filled with warm water. Blend the oatmeal well with the water. Put your baby into the bath tub and wait for 15-20 minutes  [...]

Are you going to buy some toys for your baby? Then, you must know about the kinds of toys that you should never buy for a baby. Below we have mentioned the 5 toy varieties that are big no no for babies. Toys having small parts: As majority of the babies have a tendency of putting things in mouth, toys having small parts might crease choking hazards. According to medical experts, one should not allow his or her baby to play with toys having parts smaller than 1.25 inches. Toys that are non-washable: Every toy must be a washable one. Most medical expert will suggest you to go for only the washable toys while buy toys for your little one. The babies love to taste everything they get in their hands; they will also try to taste their toys. If the toys they are playing with are non-washable,  [...]

The doctor must have asked you to exercise every day since the day you were diagnosed to be pregnant. These days, doctor recommends expecting mothers to get involved in certain physical activities as its helps in maintaining both her health and the health of the developing baby. Although exercising during the first two trimesters of pregnancy is not likely to result in any complicated situation, things might get a lot trickier during the third trimester of pregnancy. During this phase of pregnancy, discomfort and fatigue stops the expecting mother from doing even the day to day tasks properly.  According to medical experts, during this stage of pregnancy pregnant women should continue exercising fighting again different odds. Staying active during the third trimester of pregnancy will increase  [...]

While some babies are born completely bald, there are others who come to this world with a head full of hairs that generally shed after their birth. Usually, complete growth or regrowth of a baby’s hair takes a time of several months. The growth of hair in a baby might get delayed even further due to factors like genetics, dietary changes and lifestyle of the baby; on the other hand the hair of a baby can be grown faster by introducing certain dietary and lifestyle modifications. If you talk to your doctor about your desire of growing the baby’s hair faster, he will recommend multivitamins for the baby. According to experts, majority of the babies don’t need to have multivitamins before the age of nine months. However, in rare cases i.e. if a baby is suffering from vitamin deficiencies  [...]

Are you going to give birth to your second child? Every woman has more responsibilities while giving birth to the second child than what they used to have while giving birth to the first child. When a woman comes to known about their pregnancy while already having a child at home, one of the most important duties they have is making her first child ready for the new baby. Below we have offered some tips that will help you in making your child ready for the baby you are expecting. The first step is informing your child about your pregnancy. Tell him that he is going to get a sister or a brother instead of informing him that you are expecting a baby. This process of informing will allow you to develop an attachment between your child and the baby you are expecting. Next, arrange movies,  [...]