Can Babies Eat All Fruits? Myths, Risks, and Scientific Feeding Advice
It’s common knowledge that eating more fruit is good for your health—but does this apply to babies as well? Can they eat all types of fruit? Is more always better? And is there any truth to the idea that eating raw fruit can harm a baby’s developing spleen and stomach?
Did Your Baby Pass “Sheep Droppings”? Don’t Panic—Here’s What You Can Do
If your baby’s stool looks like tiny, hard balls—often referred to as “sheep dung” or “pellet-like stools”—you’re not alone. Many parents encounter this issue, and while it can be concerning, it’s usually manageable with the right approach. So, what causes this kind of constipation, and how can you help your …
How Much Salt Is Safe for Children? A Pediatrician Explains
When I visited my cousin’s home, I overheard a heated conversation in the kitchen. “Mom, I told you not to add salt to the baby’s food!” “It’s just a little. What’s the harm?” “The doctor said not to add any!” “Doctors say a lot of things. Didn’t you grow up …
A Mother’s Calm Response: How One Mom Handled Her Baby’s Headfirst Fall
In the process of caring for children, parents’ safety awareness is crucial; even a moment of negligence can lead to irreparable consequences. This is especially true when a child experiences an accidental fall, where a parent’s calm response and proper handling of the situation are vital.
When Your Child Loses Their Temper: Four Key Tips to Help Them Learn Calmness and Benefit in the Long Run
Many parents notice a sudden change in their child’s behavior around the age of 2. Children might lie on the ground, throw tantrums, and refuse to listen, often responding with a defiant “no” to everything. This can be very challenging for parents to handle. However, this behavior is actually a …
When Your Child Reaches the Terrible Twos, Don’t Reason with Them—Do This Instead!
The true early education teacher for your child can only be you, the parents. As children grow, every stage presents unique characteristics and challenges. Many parents feel confused and overwhelmed when their child enters the so-called “terrible twos.” Kids at this stage often exhibit a strong sense of self-awareness and …
How to Safely and Correctly Trim Your Baby’s Nails
Sometimes people got an infection from pulling a hangnail, causing their finger to swell up like a small carrot to the point where it was too sensitive to touch! Eventually, they had to go to the hospital to have the wound opened, the pus drained, and then treated with medication …
How to Make Children Fall in Love with Vegetables
Vegetables are an indispensable part of a daily diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. However, many children often refuse to eat vegetables, preferring meat or fruit instead. Despite parents’ best efforts to persuade them using various techniques, success is often elusive. Why do children resist eating vegetables, and what can be done to make them fall in love with these nutritious foods?
Beverage Guide for Kids: What’s Safe and What’s Off-Limits
doctors don’t oppose children drinking beverages because not all drinks are unsuitable for kids or completely off-limits. Which beverages should children not drink at all?
Which beverages should not be consumed before the age of 6, and can be moderately consumed after?
Which beverages can be drunk but should still be limited for children?
Which beverages are safe to drink?
“No, not allowed, you can’t…” Instead of refusing 800 times a day and making your child cry, it’s better to learn some strategies.
How many parents have “encountered” such scenes while raising their children?
You tell him the water dispenser is dangerous and not to touch it as it’s hot, but he keeps approaching and testing it;
Even though there’s a similar toy at home, he insists on having one from the store, ready to throw a tantrum if he doesn’t get it;
After finishing the nighttime routine and it’s time for bed, the child insists on having candy.