What is ringworm and what can I do if my child has it? First of ringworm is a fungal infection that you find in the scalp or on the body and as the name suggest is in the shape of a ring on the affected skin.
Initially the contagious area is pretty small and only [...]
This time of year sees an increase in the common cold and babies are at a higher risk than the rest of us because their immune system is not yet able to deal with the common cold in the same was as an adult deals with common colds.
A common cold is a viral infection [...]
A bacterium normally found in the mouth, skin and intestines might play a role in the still-mysterious cause of colic in babies, a new study says.
Researchers found the bacterium Klebsiella along with gut inflammation in the intestines of all babies in their study who had colic, a condition characterized by uncontrollable crying.
“We believe that [...]
Women often turn to homeopathy when pregnant as it is not harmful to their unborn child and it works with their bodies natural defences.
Feeling low after the birth is common and if the baby is crying frequently all sorts of emotions may come to the surface. Homeopathy can help assimilate these feelings and bring [...]
For many the jury is still out on the effectiveness of homeopathy and for this article in particular homeopathy and eczema in children.
There are many who swear by the effectivness of treating children’s eczema with homepathy medicine, others are less sure but there is one thing I think most will agree on; since homeopathy [...]
Homeopathy is ideal for babies his because it works by allowing the bodies own natural defence mechanisms to combat illness, this can be less invasive and more gentle than some orthodox treatments.
Homeopathy can help with the following common ailments in babies and young children.
Umbilical and eye infections
Breastfeeding problems
Colic
Teething
Nappy rash and thrush
Croup.
Earache
When to consult a [...]
Homeopathic treatment is an alternative form of medical treatment that was first developed by a German physician during the 18th century. Homeopathic solutions are diluted enough so that no molecules of the original therapeutic substance remains in place. Homeopathy has come under criticism from mainstream medicine practitioners, claiming no scientific evidence of success with homeopathic [...]
Why homeopathy you may ask? Simply because it is an ideal for pregnant women and babies as it is a gentle yet highly effective system of medicine.
Homeopathy works fast with children and babies because they are usually very full of vitality. The remedies are easy to administer as they taste sweet and because they [...]
Breast fed babies get fewer ear infections and are less colicky than bottle fed babies, but we know breast feeding isn’t for everyone. So, here are some things you can do to keep your bottle fed baby healthier and happier.
Always hold your baby in a semi-upright position, facing you during feedings – NEVER [...]
Vaccines can cause side effects, like any other medicine. Mostly these are mild “local” reactions such as tenderness, redness or swelling where the shot is given, or a mild fever. They happen in up to 1 child out of 4 with most childhood vaccines. They appear soon after the shot is given and go away [...]