The movement of the foetus (baby) inside the womb gives the expectant mother a wonderful and joyful feeling. Mothers must look forward to this feeling every day, and absence of
Overview Type-1 diabetes is an auto-immune disorder that causes a wide range of symptoms and complications. It can affect people of any age, including children. When children are affected by
Tests for the new-born baby (Newborn screenings) are very important. We screen the newborn to look for any aberrations that might hinder the natural growth of the baby. Generally this
World Breastfeeding Week: August 17 Every year the first week of August is celebrated as World Breastfeeding Week. Organizations like World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), WHO and UNICEF came
Whooping Cough (Pertussis) is a lesser known ailment to many people. Yet, it is a serious condition with serious consequences. That is precisely the reason the TDaP (Tetanus, Diphtheria and
Heart defects can develop at any stage in life or they can be present since birth, in which case they are called congenital heart defects or CHD. CHD can be
From new-born infants to adolescents, children across age groups are vulnerable to a wide range of neurological disorders. This can be caused by congenital (since birth) defects, inherited disorders, injury
Infants and toddlers are naturally curious about the world around them. Trying things for the first time is part of the learning process. Unfortunately, this learning often involves putting objects
A major concern for new mothers is to breastfeed their newborns to provide adequate nutrients. Initially, mothers need to breastfeed every 2 to 3 hours, and each session may take
What is the proper posture for a child? We’re all familiar with the phrase “Sit up straight or you’ll get back pain”, usually followed by a pat on the back to straighten you
