As parents, it is natural to be concerned about your children and their safety during a pandemic. Dr. Anuradha Gunasekharan, Specialist Paediatrician at Aster Speciality Clinic, International City, answers some questions about COVID-19 and the precautions parents and to-be moms can take during this time. Is the corona virus more dangerous for babies and small […]
Baby Care
Can Exposure to Screens Lead to Speech Delay in Toddlers?
How often do you sit with your baby in front of the television or handheld devices so that you can drink that coffee in peace, get your child to eat or even get a few minutes of shut-eye? It is a full-time job to take care of babies when they are toddlers and the amount […]
Tummy Time for Babies Is a Good Practice
Becoming a parent is a very new and different experience for a couple. Especially when you’re a first-time dad or mom, everything about the baby, from its slightly smooshed head to the fine hair on its body, can feel as exhilarating as strange. While the baby is still settling in its new life out of […]
Your baby’s first visit to the dentist
“When should I take my baby to the dentist?” is often one of the most common questions asked by parents. Most parents are often surprised when told that it is recommended to take their child to visit a dentist by the time their first tooth appears. As parents, it is important to understand that babies […]
The basics of breastfeeding
“A newborn baby has only three demands. They are; warmth in the arms of (his) mother, food from her breasts and security in the knowledge of her presence. Breastmilk satisfies all three.” Grantly Dick-Read The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends exclusive breastfeeding until a baby is at least 6 months of age as it […]