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Doctor Explains How Mother's Colostrum Builds Immunity In Her Child
Colostrum acts as the baby's first natural vaccination, helping its body to learn how to deal with infections in a safer manner. The World Health Organization (WHO) also states that breastfeeding within the first hour after birth reduces the likeliho
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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
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Planning Your Baby's Diet? Nutritionist Shares Foods That Should Be Avoided In The First Year
Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal offers clear guidance on what foods should be avoided to ensure a baby’s healthy and safe development during this critical stage.
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Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
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The Silent Epidemic: Is Speech Delay In Indian Children Due To Excessive Screen Time?
Screen time in young children is not always given enough attention in modern parenting; however, it is now being recognized as a silent epidemic in child development.
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A Thyroid Problem Babies Are Born With: Why Early Testing Can Change Everything
The thyroid is a small gland present in the neck that produces hormones which are essential for growth, brain development, and metabolism.
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Vitamin B12 And Folate: Why Indian Mothers Need More Than Just Iron For Healthy Children?
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
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Infant Had Breathing Issues Mid-Air, Air India Express Makes Priority Landing
An Air India Express Bengaluru-bound flight from Jaipur made a priority landing after a one-year-old child developed breathing issues mid-flight.
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Children's Day: Common Health Hazards Every Parent Should Prevent
Expectant and new parents often focus on the immediate, tangible needs of children. Yet, a life-saving skill set to develop is the knowledge to act decisively when a child's health and wellbeing hangs in the balance.
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Babies Remember More Than You Think; New Discovery Will Leave You Stunned
A new study uses brain scans to show that babies form memories, but it's still unclear why these memories can't be recalled later in life.
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Video: Babies Play With Snakes, What Scientists Discovered Will Surprise You
Recent studies suggest that infants do not inherently fear snakes. Instead, they exhibit curiosity, indicating that such fears are learned through environmental cues and social interactions.
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Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Dangerous For Fetus, New Study Reveals
Using marijuana during pregnancy can increase the odds of preterm birth, low birth weight, poor fetal development and even infant death, a new study has warned.
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Are Hiccups Normal In Newborn Babies?
Understanding the causes of hiccups can help parents manage and reduce the frequency of hiccups in their babies.
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Postnatal Care: Is Milk Formula Safe For Your Childs Gut And Immunity?
Postnatal Care: This article examines the safety and impact of milk formula on child's gut health and immunity.
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HMPV Detected In 10-Month-Old Baby In Assam; Signs & How To Care For Infants
As their immune systems are still developing, infants are more vulnerable to infections, including HMPV. Keep reading as we share common signs, treatment and prevention tips for infants.
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Doctor Explains How Mother's Colostrum Builds Immunity In Her Child
Colostrum acts as the baby's first natural vaccination, helping its body to learn how to deal with infections in a safer manner. The World Health Organization (WHO) also states that breastfeeding within the first hour after birth reduces the likeliho
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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
-
Planning Your Baby's Diet? Nutritionist Shares Foods That Should Be Avoided In The First Year
Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal offers clear guidance on what foods should be avoided to ensure a baby’s healthy and safe development during this critical stage.
-
Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
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The Silent Epidemic: Is Speech Delay In Indian Children Due To Excessive Screen Time?
Screen time in young children is not always given enough attention in modern parenting; however, it is now being recognized as a silent epidemic in child development.
-
A Thyroid Problem Babies Are Born With: Why Early Testing Can Change Everything
The thyroid is a small gland present in the neck that produces hormones which are essential for growth, brain development, and metabolism.
-
Vitamin B12 And Folate: Why Indian Mothers Need More Than Just Iron For Healthy Children?
A recent study reveals that Indian mothers may need more than just iron for healthy children. Here is why this study matters and why you should be supplementing vitamin B12 with folate.
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Infant Had Breathing Issues Mid-Air, Air India Express Makes Priority Landing
An Air India Express Bengaluru-bound flight from Jaipur made a priority landing after a one-year-old child developed breathing issues mid-flight.
-
Children's Day: Common Health Hazards Every Parent Should Prevent
Expectant and new parents often focus on the immediate, tangible needs of children. Yet, a life-saving skill set to develop is the knowledge to act decisively when a child's health and wellbeing hangs in the balance.
-
Babies Remember More Than You Think; New Discovery Will Leave You Stunned
A new study uses brain scans to show that babies form memories, but it's still unclear why these memories can't be recalled later in life.
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Video: Babies Play With Snakes, What Scientists Discovered Will Surprise You
Recent studies suggest that infants do not inherently fear snakes. Instead, they exhibit curiosity, indicating that such fears are learned through environmental cues and social interactions.
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Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Dangerous For Fetus, New Study Reveals
Using marijuana during pregnancy can increase the odds of preterm birth, low birth weight, poor fetal development and even infant death, a new study has warned.
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Are Hiccups Normal In Newborn Babies?
Understanding the causes of hiccups can help parents manage and reduce the frequency of hiccups in their babies.
-
Postnatal Care: Is Milk Formula Safe For Your Childs Gut And Immunity?
Postnatal Care: This article examines the safety and impact of milk formula on child's gut health and immunity.
-
HMPV Detected In 10-Month-Old Baby In Assam; Signs & How To Care For Infants
As their immune systems are still developing, infants are more vulnerable to infections, including HMPV. Keep reading as we share common signs, treatment and prevention tips for infants.
