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We all know that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is important for a baby’s overall health, but did you know that an infant begins to acquire a taste for leafy greens and sweet succulents long before she even tries her first spoonful? If a woman eats a steady diet of fruits and vegetables [...]
Young children, especially those newly-mobile infants and toddlers negotiating their surroundings, are susceptible to head injuries. While a bump or bruise is not uncommon and often requires little more than an icepack and a kiss, there are a few things that you should look for to determine if your little one needs additional treatment.
Decide if [...]
Although experiencing a cold or flu during pregnancy is quite normal and often the result of inflamed mucus membranes due to overactive hormones, a mother-to-be can feel conflicted as to whether or not she should use over-the-counter medications to help relieve congestion or fever. To treat mild symptoms of the cold or flu, there [...]
Hardly anything sends a new parent into a panic faster than a feverish child. A quick touch of the lips to your baby?s head and neck can give you an indication if her body temperature is higher than normal or not. For a more reliable measurement, however, learn to take her temperature rectally.
Rectal thermometers offer [...]
If you?ve just found out you?re pregnant and want to know when you can expect your baby?s arrival, follow this simple method to get an approximate due date:
Determine the first day of your last period. If you?ve been keeping track of your menstrual cycles, look no further than your desktop calendar.
Add 7 days,? count back [...]
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