How kangaroo care benefits your baby
What is kangaroo care, and why does it work? Kangaroo care is all about skin-to-skin contact that mother and baby do to promote bonding and closeness during the newborn stage. The term gets its adorable name from the animal itself, as mother kangaroos carry the joeys in their pouch for around six months, before the […]
2 years ago
This is why experts recommend not kissing babies
Babies are so adorable that sometimes you just want to kiss them With their innocent eyes, chubby little cheeks and tiny hands, it’s completely understandable. Though it may be a natural urge, there are real scientific reasons why you should resist planting a peck on an infant’s forehead. When babies arrive in this world, they […]
2 years ago
What is congenital pneumonia and how do babies get it?
Kate Ferdinand has raised awareness after revealing her baby girl was born with congenital pneumonia. Kate gave birth to her baby girl, Shae, ten weeks ago but took some time away from social media to be with her daughter. The mum also said she had to adapt to being a mum-of-five. She explained that baby […]
3 years ago
HSE urges public to stop kissing babies amid spread of herpes
The HSE has issued a warning to the public amid the spread of the herpes simplex virus. People have been warned not to kiss babies if they have a cold sore. The HSE stated; “Cold sores are tiny, fluid-filled blisters on the face that are caused by the herpes simplex virus. They are spread by […]
3 years ago
The symptoms of severe combined immunodeficiency to look out for in babies
SCID can be fatal in babies. Earlier this week, it was announced that babies in Ireland will be screened for SCID. Severe Combined Immunodeficiency is a fatal condition if not treated in time. The HSE recommended including the screening when babies are within 3 to 5 days old. SCID is an inherited condition that causes […]
3 years ago
Expecting your first child? This new parenting podcast has all the expert advice you’ll need
Brought to you by CarePlus Pharmacy Those early days of parenting can be daunting, but this new parenting podcast series is sure to help. Any parent knows that there’s a lot of research to be done before your first baby comes along. While stocking up on parenting books and pamphlets is a good starting point, […]
4 years ago