Edition Contents
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List of articles in this edition
Baby massage: The touch of love
Touch is a loving way that both mum and dad can use to bond with their new born. Through touch, a baby becomes confident from the early days. Touching tells a baby that the world is a comfortable place—she needs not be afraid. Massaging o First, ask for baby’s permission before you start the massage.…
When proteins cause chaos
Protein allergy happens when the body’s immune system reacts the same way it does when there is an infection in the body. The immune system sees a foreign source of protein as a threat, as it does the disease-causing organisms. This type of allergy normally affects young children whose immune systems are yet to develop…
Colic – when crying becomes excessive
GIVING birth to my baby a few years back was the most amazing thing that had ever happened in my life. I recall asking myself time and again, as my beautiful girl lay there by my side: is this baby really mine? Is it the one that has been growing in me for the past…
Chapter 4: Gentle unfolding…
Continued from Issue 36 The Final Chapter Tony proposes to me again at my mother’s house before his parents, my mum, our best friends. It is unbelievable! At the clinic the doctor introduced me to, I get tested again, and my CD4 count and viral load are done before I start the medication. Taking regular…
My baby’s hot water scalding accident
My baby’s involvement in a hot water scalding accident was scary! Ever since I got my baby boy Jeff, I could not remember him falling. Or having one of those ‘common’ accidents. Maybe I was a freak but I wouldn’t have liked any harm to come to my baby — not when it could be…
Baby chat 25
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,…
Tummy pain – Handling it
You have just had dinner and are about to retire to bed. Suddenly, your child curls himself into a ball and starts to cry due to a stomach ache. Or your newborn wakes up at night crying and wincing in pain. It can be worrying for you especially if vomiting and frequent loose stools accompany…
Your word 25
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Our First Scare
Baby Zuri is two days old. I have just woken up and decided to take a warm, relaxing shower so as to start my day well. I am still trying to figure out if it is the rain or early morning weather that is causing the cold outside. As I leave the bathroom, I meet…
