Identifying allergies in infants and toddlers can be challenging, ranging from food sensitivities to respiratory issues. Recognizing specific signs like rashes or digestive changes is key for parents.
Peppers come in many varieties, from sweet bell peppers to hot peppers. If you have a reaction to one type of pepper, you may react to others. Many meals, including those made in restaurants, contain whole peppers or a spice, such as ground chili pepper or chili flakes, which may also cause a reaction.
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Croup is a medical condition characterized by difficulty breathing and a distinctive cough caused by constricted airways. Croup, which usually affects children who are 5 years old or younger, results from inflammation and swelling of the larynx and trachea.
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Toddlers are no strangers to minor health issues such as colds and flu, as their immune system continues to grow and develop. Stomach pain also is a common toddler complaint, and while the majority of the time it is nothing serious, a more ominous problem such as a bowel obstruction is possible.
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Sweet potatoes are easy to digest and are also a good source of beta carotene and vitamin B-6. Most babies appreciate their sweet taste and they are usually one of the first foods parents introduce to young babies. Occasionally, though, a baby may show sensitivity to sweet potatoes.
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According to KidsHealth, about 1 to 2 percent of boys and 8 percent of girls contract at least one urinary tract infection or UTI. A UTI is a bacterial infection that affects the kidneys, ureter tubes, the bladder and the urethra, according to the information website babycenter.
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