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Sharing for the baby’s own good
Things have gone sour. The last thing the couple wants is to see is each other’s face. And after all efforts to erase this awful emotion yield no fruit, the couple succumbs to the contemporary way out—divorce. But there is one thing they have in common. Something their hearts respond to in the same stride.…
To spank or not to
Noni is a two year old bundle of energy. She has perfected the art of cleaning the table with her small rag once the house help clears the table after meals. Her strong hands can now drag a stool, which she climbs on to try stir food cooking on the cooker. Despite her parents’ attempts to…
11 Baby hush-hush tips
Soothing your baby can be a nerve-wrecking experience, especially if you are a first time mum. Here are some tried and tested ideas to calm your baby: Attend to your baby as soon as they start crying as this makes the feel safe and loved. If you leave her alone crying, she will feel insecure and confused.…
Simple guidelines on hand-washing to help your child stay healthy
Dirt, germs and children go hand in hand. This is because children touch almost everything they set their eyes on. And after doing this, they will most likely put their hands in the mouth. It therefore makes it very difficult to separate the three or better still prevent children from coming into contact with dirt. However, encouraging them to wash their…
Month three – WOW! an interesting world …
By now your baby has adapted to the outside world, and has started exploring with his eyes. There are a number of changes you will note in him. Here are some of them: Reflexes You will realise he looks at everything with curiosity. If a mirror is propped before him, he will not make out…
Baby Chat 27
Send your questions to: babylove@integral-advisory.co.ke Answers are provided jointly by our team of doctors Our Team of Experts Dr. Blasio Omuga, Lecturer, School of Nursing Sciences, University of Nairobi Consultant Obstetrician/Gynaecologist Based at Doctors’ Plaza. Clinic No. 18, Kenyatta National Hospital Dr. David Kiragu Consultant Obstetrician/Gynaecologist Based at KAM Health Services IPS Building, 1st Floor,…
Nurture your baby’s teeth
Your baby’s first tooth will emerge when he is about six months old. Even before it appears, proper care and hygiene of his mouth and gum is important. To clean the gums after feeding sessions, wrap a clean washcloth around your finger and dip it in warm water. Then massage the gum gently to rub…
Protect your baby from cigarette smoking
While many pregnant women do not smoke because they understand the dangers of cigarette smoking to their health and their babies, they still find themselves in surroundings that endanger their baby’s or unborn baby’s life. These include smoke from a thick cloud hanging in the air at a favourite restaurant, or a cigarette the spouse…
Pumpkin – The world’s eighth wonder
Pumpkin is one veggie that people, especially children love to hate. For some it is the magic word that gets your toddler crying and behaving well—that is, threatening to cook and serve them pumpkin. No matter what you think about it, the fact is, it is actually one of those foods that are spectacular for…
Don’t just do everything
Seek help from others Support systems are essential and as a mother, you need to fight the initial desire for isolation once the baby is born and lean on your system. As a mother, it can be overwhelming to behold and nurture a new life. Your baby has filled your world and you find that…
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