Managing infant health concerns including fever care, teething symptoms, and digestive issues like colic or gas. Information on nursing diets and skin conditions.
Diaper rash, also known as diaper dermatitis, is an irritating rash that occurs in the diaper area. Most babies experience this rash at some point, with symptoms that range from mild redness to open sores.
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Dangerous body temperatures in a child vary, depending on age and other factors. Both high and low body temperature can be potentially dangerous.
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Chapped lips on a newborn are more than just uncomfortable; they can negatively affect feeding and sleeping and may lead to potentially serious infections. Because of this, treating a newborn's chapped lips as quickly as possible is important.
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A breastfed baby’s stools vary daily in color, consistency and frequency. A bright green stool in your teething baby is well within what is considered normal for breastfed babies, and often results from dietary causes.
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When you’re pregnant, almost nothing is more beautiful to the ear than the sound of your baby’s heartbeat. This sound reassures you that your baby is still thriving. One of the most common methods to hear this sound is through a fetal Doppler.
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As a parent, you may realize your child is teething sooner than anyone else. Moodiness, irritability and a lack of sleep, for the both of you, may indicate that your child is cutting more teeth. Molars begin to come in shortly after your child's first birthday.
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A tremor is an involuntary muscle movement that is common in the hands. Most people's hands shake very slightly when they move them. Several health concerns can cause more noticeable shaking, but periodic hand tremors are normal and don't typically indicate serious illness.
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Almost all babies develop a rash when they have diarrhea, according to Barton D. Schmitt, author of "Your Child's Health." The more often your baby soils his diaper, the more likely he is to develop painful diaper rash, sometimes accompanied by blisters.
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It can be distressing--and disgusting--when your baby vomits. You might think that continuing to offer her food is just asking for a repeat performance. However, babies can get dehydrated very quickly, so it is important to get your infant to continue to eat and drink so she doesn't get dehydrated.
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If your baby is not gaining weight quickly enough, you may be concerned about his health. Increasing your baby's caloric intake each day is one way to bring his weight back up to normal levels.
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A fever is the most common reason why parents contact their child's pediatrician, according to Senders Pediatrics. If your baby develops an elevated temperature, it's natural to want to do whatever you can to help her feel better.
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Rashes are a very common condition that can affect the soft and smooth skin of young infants. They can be caused by a number of factors, including infections and reactions to environmental stimuli or, more rarely, be the sign of serious disorders.
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If your child is suffering from a fever accompanied by a rash, the underlying cause could be a number of things. The condition may be as simple as a reaction causing hives to something more serious, such as a disease known as purpura. A visit to your doctor is the best course of action.
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A fever is a symptom, but also an immune system response that helps the body fight infections. A low-grade fever up to 100.2 degrees Fahrenheit in an 8-month-old baby typically doesn't require treatment, according to FamilyDoctor.org.
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Babies have sensitive skin and can develop a number of minor but unsightly skin conditions. Often babies will develop patches of small bumps on their faces and these can be either baby acne or milia. Both conditions are common and, though they look unpleasant, they are both harmless.
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Baby wipes help keep babies' skin clean and free of irritation. These inexpensive disposable moist towelettes can also help clear your skin if you have acne, although their use won't guarantee baby smoothness.
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Abdominal colic is a term used to describe severe spasmodic pain in the abdomen caused by distention, obstruction or inflammation. In adults, the spasmodic pain may appear suddenly or develop gradually and become chronic.
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In a 9-month-old, a fever is usually due to a viral infection or the common cold, according to MayoClinic.com. As the body fights the infection, her body temperature rises. If your 9-month-old has a fever, it’s important to keep her hydrated and watch for warning signs.
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Babies are especially susceptible to developing upper respiratory infections that can cause coughs because they put everything in their mouths and are often around other young children who carry germs on unwashed hands. According to the Mayo Clinic, babies commonly experience 8 to 10 colds in the first two years.
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When your baby is sick with the flu or the common cold, coughing may keep her -- and you -- up all night. If your child's pediatrician approves, use natural remedies and at-home care to soothe cough symptoms. In rare cases a cough might be the sign of a more serious illness, like bronchitis or pneumonia.
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