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The parents of the present time, face great difficulties in taking proper care of the health of their child, it is also difficult to take certain decisions on child health care decisions. At the time of having a child for the first time, they don't really have enough knowledge and information about the child health, therefore one better way to have all the information is to follow a baby health guide during the initial days. The child health guide happens to be an exclusive edition which provides an amalgamation of ample valuable information on child health.



 The information contained in the Baby Health Guide is offered to the parents, for guidance so that they can find them easily and make choices of solutions to their respective problems. Thus, child health guide turns out to be effective devices in coping up with critical problems related to raising a child and treating the various ailments, they generally suffer from.

The general health related problems in children include, birth choices, issues of sleeping, infancy problems and many more. The baby health guide doesn't stop at this point but go on to school going days, the learning abilities, the temperament and behavior and various other health and psychological problems of later part of childhood until the child reaches teens.

Therefore, the baby health guide indeed act as a trusted resource to all parents providing tips on child health for taking the basic care, the symptoms of the illnesses and proper remedy and medication to prevent and cure them, the food for the child, the nutrition and every other minute details.

Here is an overview of the various common problems related to child health and some valuable child heath care tips to assist you to make the childhood of your baby, a blissful one.

Babies are a blessing in your life. And you definitely want them to have a healthy and happy childhood and for that you have to take some pains. Look up a Baby Health Guide for some assistance. Apart from that a healthy diet and exercise is necessary and do take your child for regular health check ups. Children tend to suffer from these common health issues like vomiting, cold, tonsillitis, fever, and worms.

Inculcate in your child healthy habits so that your child do not fall ill that often. Give your baby vitamins supplement, but do consult the doctor first. All age group cannot be given everything. There are different body types and hence everything does not suit your child.


Baby Health Problems


The common problems a mother faces with her baby can be dealt at home. Only for extreme cases we need doctors. Vomiting in children is quite common. It is mainly due to some abdominal infection. Cough and cold are also quite frequent among children. It is a kind of viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. But with age the children have stronger immunity and have lesser number of cough and cold. The symptoms are headache, mild fever, and muscle ache. It takes around a week or two to recover from cough and cold. All these details are available in a Baby Health Guide which is very beneficial for new mothers.

Tonsillitis is frequently found in children and situations get worse when they are enlarged and inflamed ones. Due to tonsils a child will have bad breath, swollen oral cavity, and difficulty in swallowing. He/she may suffer from pain at the conjunction of the jaw and the ear. Ear and throat pain is another health issue which a child and their mother have to deal with. Reasons for ear pain may be wax, boil, infections, or some foreign boy in the ear. A relative general health problem is fever. Fever points to the basic illnesses. Normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees F. Above that a child is said to have fever. You can know more about its treatments in a Baby Health Guide.

Worm infestations constitute an important health issue in children. You will know when there is an infestation when your child suffers from anemia, nausea, diarrhea, or sweet cravings. Lastly constipation is another common problem a mother deals with in her baby. Solid and painful stools can be quite agonizing for the child. Hard stools may have several reasons related to liver. For detailed information you can contact the doctor who would be able to give a better insight on your child's health. A baby health guide can also prove to be beneficial in times of need.


Baby Health Care


Taking care of your baby's health is very important. By following a baby health guide you can know how to keep your child away from diseases and infections. Avoid heavy and solid food. Boil the water which your child is drinking. Avoid spicy food when the child is vomiting or having loose motions. You can only give him food when he wants. A little bit of rice and curd can be had when suffering from these types of problems.

During cough, cold and fever one should have warm water and chicken soup. One can opt for some over the counter drugs to reduce high temperature or the ones used for decongestion. Menthol capsules, or nose drops can be used for relieving the children from blocked nose.

For treating tonsils one has to undergo surgery. But if the situation is not that complicated then you can go for some antibiotics or analgesics which the doctor can prescribe you. Include more fiber and fluids in your child's diet if he is suffering from constipation. All these suggestions you can find in a baby health guide.


Baby Health Tips


You will get some essential tips when you look up a baby health guide. There are very important Baby Health Tips from which a child can benefit. Some important Tips are as follows:


•Get your child immunization injections from the fatal diseases.
•A healthy diet with the essential minerals, vitamins and nutrients are important.
•Ask your doctor for more information on your child health and its various symptoms.
•Your room should be well aerated.
•During the winter months keep your child well protected from the cold.

Source: SitaGita.com

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                         Is Your Baby Turning Orange? Learn About Why Baby May Be Turning Orange
 

Many parents turn to gaze adoringly upon their babies and realize with some shock that "My baby's nose is Orange." or "Why are the palms of my baby's hands orange?" Your baby may be turning orange due to Carotenemia.

Don't worry though, the definition sounds more scary than it really is; it is not life threatening.

What is carotenemia and is it dangerous for babies?
Carotenemia is a medical term for a condition that causes the skin to turn orange-ish due to increased blood carotene levels. In the vast majority of cases seen, it is associated with large consumption of carotene in the diet; as in too many carrots or sweet potatoes. Parents who feed their infants a lot of orange fruits and vegetables may one day notice that their infant's palms, soles of the feet and even face have taken on an orange hue. On the one hand, this is great news as your little one is definately receiving all the Vitamin A she needs! Natural Vitamin A, such as that which beta-carotene converts to, is harmless and is indeed very beneficial for promoting good vision and eye development as well as helping sustain healthy growth and development.

Don't be too alarmed and don't worry that your baby may at risk of Vitamin A overdose. Vitamin A may be dangerous and even lethal when too much of it is taken in the form of a vitamin supplement.

Unless your baby is sickly, her color is more yellow than orange color and the whites of your baby's eyes are also yellow tinged, your baby probably has carotenemia and not jaundice.

What Foods Will Cause Baby to Turn Orange?
Orange foods, such as sweet potatoes, winter squash, pumpkin and carrots, contain high levels of beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is a carotenoid.

"Carotenoids are dark colored dyes found in plant foods that can turn into a form of vitamin A. As mentioned, one of the carotenoids is beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is an antioxidant." NIH, Medline Plus. The more deep the color of the orange veggie or fruit, the higher the amount of beta-carotene.

Dark green vegetables are also high in beta-carotene.

 Did you know that a mother's breast milk may also become a yellow or orange color? Mother's milk is full of carotene and if Mom's diet is high in beta-carotene rich foods, her milk may take on a color change. Carotenemia, the Breastfed Toddler & Mother's Milk

As always, we recommend you contact your pediatrician with any medical concerns your baby may be experiencing; generalities may not apply to your baby's particular situation.

 

 Remember, always consult with your pediatrician regarding introducing solid foods to your baby and specifically discuss any foods that may pose allergy risks for your baby.


http://www.wholesomebabyfood.com

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SOURCES OF VITAMIN D

The most important source of vitamin D is not food... it's sunlight! In fact, vitamin D isn't actually a vitamin at all, but is a steroid hormone that the body produces using UVB rays from the sun. Vitamin D deficiences in babies can arise if babies receive inadequate exposure to sunlight.

Other risk factors for vitamin D deficiency in babies include

darker pigmented skin
premature birth
vitamin D deficiency in a breastfeeding mother
lead exposure
offering babies low-calcium foods in place of breast milk
SAFELY EXPOSING YOUR BABY TO THE SUN
We are all used to protecting our babies from the sun - in fact, AAP guidelines say that babies under 6 months of age should not be exposed to the sun at all and that older babies should be fully protected with sunscreen... but then we discover that they NEED sunlight in order to make vitamin D! So how do we safely meet these needs?

Well, babies don't actually need a lot of sun to make vitamin D - in fact, casual sun exposure is enough. As this helpful article in Mothering Magazine advises...

"To make enough vitamin D, a baby in a diaper needs a total of only 30 minutes of sunlight a week-less than five minutes a day. Fully clothed and without a hat, a baby would need two hours of sunlight a week, or about 20 minutes a day. Medium to darker skin tones need a little more time in the sun."

And to allay parents' fears about exposing their babies to the sun WITHOUT sunscreen, Becky Saenz, MD, IBCLC, Associate Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, points out...

"There is a vast difference between recommending that it's okay for baby to sit in the grocery buggy while mom puts the groceries into the car in the early morning or late afternoon, and recommending nude sunbathing at noon."

Clearly, the best approach is to use common sense - avoid taking your baby out unprotected during the hottest part of the day. Instead, make sure he gets a little sunshine before 10am or after 3pm.


LIMITED SUN EXPOSURE AND VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY

Sometimes, babies do not get enough sunlight to make sufficient vitamin D. This could be due to

darker skin pigmentation - darker skins take longer to produce vitamin D
pollution or cloudy conditions limiting the amount of UVB rays getting through
living in areas that receive little sunlight for part of the year
cultural practises that mean that little time is spent outdoors or that the body is constantly covered with clothing.
In these cases, vitamin D supplements may be recommended by a medical professional.


Read more: http://www.homemade-baby-food-recipes.com/baby-and-vitamin-D.html#ixzz1Lfc9WaiB

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                                                          The Cause and Treatment of Infant, Newborn and Baby Gas Problems
                                                                                       by T.A. Lawrence BSc, CIRM, CPMP
All babies have gas, some babies simply have more than others. Furthermore, some babies have an easier time passing gas, which may stem from a learned or innate ability. While a certain amount of gassiness is completely normal, it may be causing your baby discomfort if you notice tell-tale symptoms such as; abdominal bloating, hard distended belly, frequent burping, spit-ups, hiccups, flatulence and excessive fussiness or restlessness.

Where does gas come from in infants and newborns?
Gassiness in the newborn and many babies often results from multiple factors, not just one simple thing. There are different ways that air can get into babies’ digestive systems. Gas is produced in the digestive tract from the moment baby has his or her first drink of breast milk or formula. Newborn gas is a natural by-product of digesting lactose, proteins and other nutrients.

1.Some pediatricians and lactation specialists assert that traces of gas-producing foods, such as cruciferous vegetables and legumes, can be passed from mother to baby. Other experts also warn against excessive acidity in the maternal diet. Citrus fruits and juices, strawberries and tomatoes are high in acidity and may irritate the infant. Dairy products in mother’s diet can also lead to “intolerances” in baby. The problem is usually linked to the milk protein found in milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, ice cream, etc. Soy and peanut intolerance in babies often accompanies dairy intolerance. When breast feeding, a mother can test how these common culprits may be affecting her child by religiously eliminating all dairy, soy and peanut products from her own diet for two weeks. Reintroduction of soy first, then a cooked milk product (such as hard cheese or yogurt) should be done very slowly to monitor baby’s tolerances.
2.Air bubbles can also be taken in through baby’s mouth. Most commonly, it is a result of the suction created during nursing. For this reason, it is important to burp every 3 to 5 minutes during feedings or between breasts. If your baby is bottle-fed, make certain that the bottle’s nipple is the right size. If the nipple is too big, it will cause your baby to eat too fast. If it’s too small, it will cause your baby to gulp air.
3.Another possible reason for infant gassiness is hyper-lactation syndrome. When a mother has a very abundant milk supply, she may produce a larger amount of foremilk. Foremilk is higher in water content, higher in lactose and usually delivered with greater force during letdown. In excess, foremilk can make baby’s stomach cramp, creating more fussiness. A baby that gulps the quickly flowing milk also tends to take in more air, thereby getting gassier. Because the baby may not be getting enough of the rich hind milk, he or she tends to want to eat more often, which perpetuates the problem. The baby that suffers from hyper-lactation syndrome is characterized by higher than normal weight gain, increased gassiness, and fussiness.
4.Over stimulation can also lead to increased gassiness. Just as many adults experience intestinal disturbances in stressful situations, so are babies affected by their environments. Sensitive infants that are bombarded with noise, lights, touch and multiple experiences will usually “shut down” in an attempt to reduce stimulation. This shut down response does not completely insulate baby from the effects of the stimulation. Babies that are easily overloaded often experience more severe gas, fussiness, and difficulty sleeping later in the day or night. In general, the more activity (errands, visitors, T.V., phones, etc.) in baby’s day, the higher the chances of gassiness and fussiness in baby’s evening and night.
5.The introduction of solid foods in older babies creates changes that may take baby some time getting used to since different enzymes and probiotics must build up to digest and absorb nutrients. Furthermore, foods that are commonly known to produce gas such as cruciferous vegetables, certain fruits and beans have the same effect in babies as they do in adults.
6.A certain amount of crying is normal in all infants, since it is their only means of verbal communication. Babies’ crying may indicate that they are hungry, lonely, warm, cold, uncomfortable or in need of a diaper change. Many babies go through periods of crying for no apparent reason, as they simply get used to the new world. Crying in general causes babies to gulp air into their digestive systems. These air bubbles can get trapped in their stomach and/or passed on to the intestine. Gas pain can also be a direct result of air swallowed during crying.
Why does infant gas cause pains and discomfort?
Normally, gas is not a problem and causes no pain or discomfort because it is quickly and easily pushed through the digestive system. However, babies are born with a very immature gut. Most experts agree that for the first thirteen weeks of life outside the womb, the newborn digestive system is literally just learning to function. Muscles that support digestion have not developed the proper rhythm (peristalsis) for moving food efficiently thought the digestive tract. Furthermore, newborns lack the benevolent bacterial flora (probiotics) that develop over time to aid digestion and complement the work performed by enzymes secreted in the digestive tract.

Gas has buoyancy and gas pockets can become trapped in the upper and lower intestines. The gas acts like a cork, impeding or halting the flow of gastric juices and built-up pressure causes painful bloating and swelling of the abdomen. Baby’s immature digestive system is unable to cope effectively. When gas pockets form in the stomach, this can cause the stomach to distend but is also the main cause of hiccups.

Some medical researchers assert that infant gas and colic are unrelated but we don't agree with this theory. In our experience of helping hundreds of thousands with infant colic, gas and reflux these are usually manifestations of one simple thing; a baby's immature digestive system and persistently reoccurring trapped gas can most definitely be a source of colic.

What treatment is available for baby’s gas problems?
Burping the baby thoroughly will reduce the amount of air in the stomach, so that it does not pass on to the intestinal tract. Unfortunately, burping is not 100% effective at eliminating gas, since it has absolutely no effect on the gas created in the intestines during normal digestion. There are various physical therapies to relieve gas such as baby massage which may prove somewhat effective in helping baby to release gas. Simply applying light pressure on the tummy can soothe and help. You can also try carrying baby in the “football hold” – face down on your forearm with baby’s legs straddling your elbow and baby’s chin resting in your hand. The gentle pressure placed on the little tummy can help soothe and release baby’s gas.

If this does not work, there are several treatments available for infant gas. As always, you should consult your pediatrician first before giving baby any medications, remedies or supplements.
 Source: http://www.coliccalm.com/baby_infant_newborn_articles/gas_problems_treatment.htm

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Jan Barger
lactation consultant
Your breastfed baby (or bottle-fed infant, for that matter) will have gas regardless of what he's fed. Gas is simply a part of how the digestive process works, and everyone — babies, children, and adults — has it. Babies are simply less polite about it than older people and tend to act as though it's no big deal.

For the most part, when your baby passes gas it isn't something to be concerned about. And it doesn't mean you ate something you shouldn't have eaten. If your baby has excessive gas or is very uncomfortable with it, though, you might want to look at your diet or at the way you're nursing him.

Chances are you can eat what you want when you want, without upsetting your baby's tummy. But if you think your baby is gassy because of a food sensitivity, don't bother eliminating foods from your diet that are gas-forming for you. Strange as it may seem, broccoli, cabbage, garlic, spicy foods, and potato chips won't affect your milk, because the gas that you might experience from these foods is a local reaction in your GI tract.

The most likely culprit for your baby is dairy products in your diet — milk, cheese, yogurt, pudding, ice cream, or any food that has milk, milk products, casein, whey, or sodium caseinate in it. Other foods, too — like wheat, corn, fish, eggs, or peanuts — can cause problems. Don't severely limit your diet on the hunch that your baby might have a food sensitivity, but if you suspect that a particular food is giving your baby trouble, you could try eliminating it for a week to see what happens. Some foods take longer than a week to completely clear your system, but you should see improvement in your baby's behavior within a few days.

If your baby's fine when you abstain from the food, then try the food again and see how he responds. It might take some sleuthing, but by eliminating one suspect food at a time you might be able to find out what he doesn't like. You can also talk to a lactation consultant, who can help you evaluate what's going on.

If you have an abundance of milk (you feel as though you could handily breastfeed the entire church nursery and have some to spare), your baby may be suffering from what's called "lactose overload." This happens if your baby gets a lot of foremilk, which has less fat to slow down the digestive process. As a result, the enzyme in his system that digests lactose isn't released quickly enough to do its job.

To deal with this, nurse on only one side at each feeding, or nurse twice on one side before going to the other side. However, it's important that you talk to a lactation consultant to make sure this is the problem before you try nursing on only one side each time. Otherwise, you could inadvertently cause your milk supply to diminish.

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