Weaning from the breast can become quite a task and can become distressing for both parent and child. The fact that most mums have to return to work doesn’t mean they have to stop breastfeeding as they can express and take bottles into the nursery. Weaning from the breast should be done when both parent […]
Babies
Why does my baby always have watery or sticky eye?
Sticky eyes are quite common in children and babies, especially after they have been sleeping. The corner of the eyes may appear to have a yellow sticky substance which can be crusty or flaky too. Babies tear ducts are narrower than adults, therefore when a baby cries the tears build up, making the eyes look […]
Has My Baby Got Oral Thrush?
Has my baby got oral thrush? Young babies are prone to oral thrush, especially those under the age of 2. It’s caused by the yeast fungus Candida albicans, which sometimes accumulates on the lining of the mouth. Sometimes it is a mistake for milk deposits on the baby’s tongue as it looks a bit like a layer […]
Babies With Painful Ear Infections
Why has my baby got an ear infection? Babies and children are forever getting colds, and it’s just the same with ear infections. Older children can tell you when their ear hurts or show you where the pain is whereas a newborn cannot. Be aware that if they are crying and you’ve done everything you […]
One in six parents would pay more tax for free childcare
Paying more tax for free childcare??? A new survey suggests that parents are prepared to pay higher taxes, for free childcare. Thirteen per cent of parents polled said they would happily pay more in tax to ensure free nursery care. The survey was conducted by YouGov and was completed by more than 1,300 parents. It […]
What is a food allergy?
Managing food allergies 50% of children in the UK are affected by a food allergy. The symptoms can be sparse but also life-threatening. It is vital for all people working in a childcare setting to have an understanding of allergies and the symptoms. What causes allergies? Allergies are caused when the body reacts to an […]
7 Helpful Baby Sleep Advice Tips
How To Make Your Baby Sleep To establish good baby sleeping habits for your baby, this can be a challenging role for parents. Babies may stay awake for several reasons, hunger, illness or general discomfort. At this point, most if not all, babies will remain unsettled until their needs are met. Here is some baby […]
Help With Your Baby’s Diarrhoea
Nobody likes Diarrhoea Especially Babies Your newborn’s stools will be soft and loose in their first couple of months; that’s normal. However, when your baby gets older, the stools will have a watery consistency, and there will be more of them. Your baby may also have a fever or lack of interest in eating. Causes […]
Dehydration In Children
More information on dehydration in children This article is about dehydration in children and what to do if you think your baby may be dehydrated. There are some signs and symptoms you need to be aware of, ways to treat dehydration and ways to prevent it. Babies are naturally low in body weight, and this […]
Tongue-tie in babies
What is Tongue-tie in babies Tongue-tie, or ‘ankyloglossia’ to give it its medical term, describes a condition that affects the way the tongue moves in the mouth. For 3 to 10% of babies, their frenulum (the cord-like skin joining the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth) limits the movement of their […]