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Breast Milk in Children's Eyes: Don't Do It Arbitrarily

Breast milk not only provides the optimal nutrition for infants and young children but also offers protective immunity that no other product can replace. Many mothers believe that putting breast milk in the eyes can effectively treat eye infections such as conjunctivitis. There is a lot of anecdotal evidence supporting this use of breast milk, but no scientific evidence has been proven.

Be Alert to Phlegm Aspiration in Children During Coughing and Fever

If not carefully monitored and prevented, children choking on phlegm can lead to serious consequences. A child with a fever accompanied by a phlegmy cough may show signs of respiratory tract and nasal-throat infections.

Is Excessive Sweating on a Baby's Head a Cause for Concern?

Excessive sweating on a baby's head is a common occurrence, especially in newborns. In most cases, this is normal. However, it can also be a sign of an underlying health issue that parents should be aware of.

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Big belly in children (toad belly): Things to know

There are many causes of a large belly in children. It can be a normal development feature due to the abdominal wall not being fully developed, but it can also be caused by some diseases. It is important for parents to distinguish these cases so that timely intervention measures can be taken if the child has health problems.

Instructions for providing timely and safe first aid to children choking on milk

Choking on milk is a common incident in pediatrics and can be very dangerous. When milk enters a baby's airway, it can obstruct breathing, potentially leading to respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, apnea, or even death. Therefore, parents need to understand how to effectively rescue their babies from choking on milk.

Lung maturation injections: Pros and cons

Lung maturation injection is recommended by doctors for cases of threatened miscarriage, at risk of premature birth. Besides the benefit of reducing the risk of respiratory failure in newborns, lung maturation injection also has some unwanted side effects.

How to handle when children have diarrhea due to taking antibiotics

Antibiotics are commonly used to treat bacterial infections. However, their use can cause unwanted side effects. One of the most common side effects of antibiotics is diarrhea (accounting for 20% of cases where antibiotics are used). Below are the causes and ways to manage the condition of children experiencing diarrhea while taking antibiotics.

What should mothers eat if their newborn has constipation?

Newborn constipation worries their parents, but it is a common symptom in both breastfed and formula-fed babies. In addition to treating constipation in the baby, the mother’s diet also plays a crucial role.

Premature graying of hair in children

Premature graying of hair primarily occurs due to genetic factors. However, in modern life, psychological causes and dietary habits in children cannot be ruled out. Parents should work closely with doctors to achieve effective treatment outcomes.

How many times a day is it normal for a 2-month-old infant to have bowel movements?

A 2-month-old baby is in the transitional stage between newborn and infant. The baby has gradually become accustomed to life outside the mother's womb, has absorbed nutrients and eliminated waste through urine and feces. Therefore, a problem that many mothers are concerned about is the appropriate frequency of bowel movements for a 2-month-old baby.

The causes of sour-smelling stool in infants

Sour-smelling or frothy stool in infants is a sign of digestive disorders or intestinal infections. Understanding the information related to sour-smelling stool in infants will help parents and doctors to provide early treatment and appropriate care for the baby.

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