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.

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.

Children with constipation should have their abdominal area massaged along with other body areas, such as the cycling exercise, to enhance effectiveness. Additionally, the daily diet for constipated children should be adjusted to include more fiber and plenty of water.

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.

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease in children can be very dangerous if not detected and treated early. So how long does hand-foot-and-mouth disease in children take to heal? What are the typical signs to look for?

Betadine is a common antiseptic solution widely used in medical facilities and hospitals, which raises the question for many mothers: can Betadine be safely used to disinfect a newborn's umbilical cord?