Pediatrics

Should baby wear shoes learning to walk? Shoes are mainly for protecting a baby’s feet, especially when walking outdoors. Putting shoes on sooner won’t help your baby learn to walk any faster or better. In fact, shoes that have hard, inflexible soles can make it harder for him to learn to walk because they restrict … Read more

Do cloth diapers cause more rashes? Cloth diapers are considered less likely to cause diaper rash, but that’s not always the case. Although cloth diapers may leave the impression that they can cause less irritation to the skin, caregivers sometimes forget how these diapers are laundered. Read more on www.contemporarypediatrics.com Since they don’t have the … Read more

Are baby walking shoes necessary? While shoes aren’t necessary for babies, some parents enjoy putting their babies in shoes for style and warmth. If you want to put shoes on your baby, look for soft-sole shoes. Soft-sole shoes are more decorative than anything else (and can help keep socks on your baby’s feet for warmth). … Read more

How many times we should massage a baby in a day? Aim for a daily baby massage, but if that’s not doable, try for at least three times a week. “”A baby massage shouldn’t last longer than 15 minutes or so,”” Millhouse says. “”Infants and children can’t handle as much stimulation as adults and need … Read more

Can babies go to daycare with a cold? A?ny child with respiratory symptoms (cough, runny nose, or sore throat) and fever should be excluded from their child care program. The child can return after the fever associated with these symptoms has resolved (without the use of fever-reducing medicine). Read more on www.healthychildren.org It can be … Read more

When can babies have cows milk? around 6 months Cows’ milk can be used in cooking or mixed with food from around 6 months of age, but should not be given as a drink until your baby is 1 year old. Full-fat dairy products, such as pasteurised cheese and plain yoghurt or fromage frais, can … Read more