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Introduction As a parent, noticing white patches inside your baby’s mouth can be bothersome, but don’t worry! In most cases, it is just a fungal infection known as oral thrush, which is quite common and manageable1. Oral thrush happens when the delicate balance of microorganisms in their mouth is disrupted, allowing the Candida (yeast) to grow more than it should. The good news? With gentle care and a few safe home remedies (and […]

Introduction If your little one cries for hours despite being fed, changed, and cuddled, you are not alone. Many parents experience this in the first few months of their baby’s life. It can be confusing and exhausting, especially when nothing seems to calm your baby down. The good news is that this phase is temporary and usually resolves […]

Introduction Sometimes your little one’s sleep pattern may seem unpredictable. Despite the late-night rocking and the endless lullabies, your baby just wouldn’t sleep through the night, leaving you stressed and exhausted. You know this is temporary, and you’re living with the hope that soon your child would finally sleep long enough, but the current phase seems endless! Well, research shows that sleep patterns in infants and young children vary widely across ages, with newborns sleeping in short stretches and older […]

Introduction During the first few months of life, babies go through rapid changes in feeding and digestion, affecting their stool pattern and colour. While yellow or light brown stool is most common, green coloured poop may also occur. A large study following over 1,000 healthy infants found that nearly half experienced green-coloured stools at some point within the first 17 weeks, regardless of whether they were breastfed or formula-fed1. Often […]

Introduction Colds are one of the most common illnesses in young children, especially infants and babies. They may occur due to conditions like infections (viral or bacterial) affecting the nose, throat, or sinuses. Individuals with allergies may also have cold-like symptoms, for example, stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, and watery-itchy eyes1,3. Because there are over […]

Introduction Making sure kids have strong immunity is usually at the top of every parent’s to-do list. Strong, healthy bodies are key to keeping illness at bay. The role that good eating and good nutrition play in this is critical. This article will help you choose the best immune-strengthening foods for your child. We will […]

Introduction Type 1 diabetes (previously known as Juvenile diabetes), like other diseases, has been on the rise. It is a type of autoimmune disease. The pancreas does not produce enough insulin to convert blood sugar into energy. This type of Diabetes in children cannot be cured and is a lifelong predicament. Providing healthy food options […]

Introduction The nasal airway plays a vital role in both breathing and smell. In addition to allowing respiration, the nose and sinuses (air-filled spaces around the nose) help condition inhaled air by humidifying and filtering it, while also trapping harmful particles1. This natural defence system is especially important in newborns, who rely mainly on nasal […]

Introduction The normal temperature for babies is usually around 36 to 37°C (96.8 to 98.6°F) and may rise higher, causing a fever which can be due to infections or illnesses. Fever is one of the most common reasons parents seek medical advice for their children, whether during routine visits or emergency consultations1. It is natural […]

Introduction Blue Baby Syndrome is a condition where an infant’s skin, lips, or nails appear bluish because the blood cannot carry enough oxygen. This can happen from birth (congenital) or develop later (acquired) in life. In this condition, haemoglobin (the oxygen-carrying part of red blood cells) gets converted into methaemoglobin, which cannot deliver oxygen efficiently […]