Baby Diarrhea
Diarrhea is a sign of irritation of the intestines resulting in loose, frequent, and watery stools. In small babies it is always potentially dangerous because of the risk of dehydration, which can develop very quickly. If your baby refuses food [...]
Changes In Bowel Movements
Don’t worry if your baby’s stools change in appearance from one day to the next. It is quite normal for a stool to turn green or brown when left exposed to the air. If you are worried, consult your pediatrician, who will be able to advise [...]
Baby Bowel Movements
When your baby was in the womb, his intestines were filled with a sticky black substance called meconium. Usually meconium is passed in the first 24 hours after delivery, and once this has happened normal bowel movements will take over.
Once [...]
Bowel and Bladder
A newborn baby can need up to ten diaper changes a day and, although the frequency of changes will decrease, most babies don’t achieve any degree of bowel and bladder control until the second year. Although you can’t speed up this process, [...]
Cleanliness In Boys
Boys are sometimes resistant to washing, and you may have to spend a lot of time reminding your son to wash and brush.
Make bath times as much fun as possible, with toys, games, and lots of suds.
Spend some time showing him how to [...]
Cleanliness In Girls
Many girls are naturally fastidious, and you can take advantage of this in teaching your child to keep herself clean.
Encourage good habits in your little girl from an early age by showing her how to wash herself and clean her teeth.
Let [...]
Nails
Keep your child’s fingernails and toenails cut short; it is more hygienic, and helps keep him from scratching himself or others accidentally. Long toenails may also make his shoes uncomfortable.
You will probably still find it easiest to [...]