Baby Health
Fever in Babies at 3am: A Survival Guide
Any fever under three months is treated as an emergency, while older babies are judged on behaviour as much as temperature. what to do when it happens in the middle of the…
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Baby Health
A Day in the Life: Baby Teething and Fever
Teething causes mild irritability and drooling but does not cause high fever. a realistic hour-by-hour picture from morning to night for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
Baby Health
When to Call a Doctor at 3am: A Survival Guide
Floppiness, breathing difficulty, non-blanching rash, poor feeding and reduced wet nappies are the classic red flags. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for parents managing a…
· 6 min read
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A Day in the Life: Vitamin D for Babies
Breastfed babies need a daily vitamin D supplement, and formula-fed babies need one once feeds drop below 500 ml. a realistic hour-by-hour picture from morning to night for parents managing a baby’s…
· 6 min read
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Baby Immunisation Schedule at 3am: A Survival Guide
Routine schedules protect against diseases including diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, Hib, meningococcal disease, pneumococcus, rotavirus and measles. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for parents managing…
· 5 min read
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A Day in the Life: Iron Deficiency in Infants
Iron stores from birth run down around six months, which is why iron-rich first foods matter. a realistic hour-by-hour picture from morning to night for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 6 min read
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Vaccine Side Effects at 3am: A Survival Guide
Mild fever, irritability and a sore leg for 24 to 48 hours are expected and are the immune system working. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night…
· 5 min read
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A Day in the Life: RSV Prevention
Hand hygiene, avoiding smoke exposure and limiting contact during outbreaks reduce risk. a realistic hour-by-hour picture from morning to night for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
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Common Cold in Babies at 3am: A Survival Guide
Babies average six to eight viral infections a year as immunity develops. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
Baby Health
A Day in the Life: Newborn Screening Tests
The heel-prick test screens for rare but serious metabolic and genetic conditions. a realistic hour-by-hour picture from morning to night for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read