The idea of banking cord blood has been discussed in recent years, and it has not been without controversy. Rich in stem cells, cord blood can be used in place of bone marrow to treat many diseases. These include potentially life-threatening cancers like lymphoma and leukemia, blood disorders like anemia and some immune disorders. The […]

Before anything, worried parents should know that a newborn skin rash is usually nothing to be concerned about. Moms and dads, you can breathe a sigh of relief. Most skin rashes that occur with newborns are perfectly normal. And they will resolve on their own in a couple of weeks. Very rarely, they may be […]

Tummy time is when you put your baby on his or her stomach while awake and under supervision. This helps the baby develop a strong neck and shoulder muscles. It can also promote motor skills. Spending time on its belly can also prevent the baby from developing flat spots on the back of the head […]

You feed your baby and notice they always spit up their food. Asking around, you learned from other parents that it’s normal for babies to have acid reflux, especially in the first three months of their life. So, you waited. The problem is, your baby still spits up food way past their 3rd month. Now, […]

As a mother or as a parent, you must be discovering and exploring new things about your child or related to the child every day. It might be challenging sometimes but at the same time, it can be surprising too. But seeing your child happy and healthy is what satisfies you at the end of […]

An undescended testicle is associated with either or both the testicles not having moved down the scrotum. In medical terminology, it is called cryptorchidism. Stimulated by male hormones, the organs start developing as an integral part of the abdomen. At around 32 to 36 weeks of gestation of pregnancy, the testicles begin moving down through […]

Yellow baby, also known as infant jaundice, is a yellow discoloration of the baby’s skin due to an excess of bilirubin, a yellow pigment, in the baby’s blood. Infant jaundice is a common condition in babies born alive before completing 37 weeks of pregnancy (preterm) and even after 37 weeks in full-term babies. When the […]

A private space within our home – this is what our bedroom is. For many adults, a bedroom is where they can let their guards down and relax in peace. But is it the same for children? Should kids have their own room, too? If so, at what age should they have their private space? […]

Many first-time parents wonder about their baby’s bowel movement. Is it normal for them to pass stool frequently? How long can a baby go without pooping? The answers and more when you read this article. Bowel Movement in Babies Vary Before we go into detail about bowel movement and baby poop, let’s first highlight one crucial fact: […]

Your baby is one year old now! It is important that you know all about 1-year baby development so you can monitor your child’s growth. Read this article so you can learn more about your baby’s development during this stage of their growth. Toddler Growth and Development Assessment