Did you know diastema could be a symptom of gum disease? Yes, it can.
As impossible as it is to believe, a person might have diastema due to gum disease. However, other factors cause this. Diastema is a gap between the teeth. This can happen between any of your teeth. Because of its position, it is most noticeable when there is a gap between your upper front teeth.
The gap in the lower teeth…
Home births in Nigeria have rapidly increased over time. Women in Nigeria are increasingly choosing home births because they are less expensive, owing to the fact that the cost of delivery in hospitals has skyrocketed due to inflation.
According to the Nigerian Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, approximately 80% of women in the country deliver their babies home.
Dr Habib Sadauki…
One thing every expectant woman must know is that the timing of the birth can be unexpected. This explains why if they haven’t prepared everything they need for their labour, the recovery period, and all the time they’ll be in the hospital, the experience cannot be so pleasant.
As a pregnant woman, your hospital bag preparation should be ready by the 37th week of pregnancy.
Jaundice in pregnancy, in the majority of cases, is mild and can be managed successfully. It is more common in newborn babies because babies have many red blood cells in their blood, which are broken down and replaced frequently.
According to in-depth findings, gallstones and preeclampsia-related disorders are the most common causes of this condition in pregnant women. Diseases that cause…
Seeing your baby’s first teeth appear is one of the exciting growth times of a child’s early years. You should know that your baby’s first teeth give them new ways to smile, eat and speak. Taking care of them early and knowing what lies ahead in your child’s oral development can help ensure they have a healthy and beautiful smile for life.
Most babies develop teeth…
Supplements are essential in the body. This is because they are extracted from food sources and provide the proper nutrients for the human body. While we agree that consuming the right quality of foods is important, we must also note that the peculiarities of pregnancy demand considerable nutrients for the woman and her baby.
Even though these offer amazing benefits, women must be wary of…
One of the scariest things for mothers is when they find out their child is unwell. They begin to panic and become confused about what to do next. That is because there is no greater bond than that of a child and its mother.
Every mother knows their child best. However, it can get tricky to know when the child is sick, mainly when they are not grown enough to express their feelings. Mothers…
Preparing for pregnancy is a massive milestone in your life. Once you have decided to have a baby, you have to focus on the things you can do before and between pregnancies to increase the chance of having a healthy baby.
For most people, getting their bodies ready for gestation takes several months. For others, it might take longer. However, whether it is your first or fifth time, there are…
If your baby has patches of dry, flaky and rashy skin, there’s a good chance that it is infant eczema (or dermatitis). Eczema in infants is a common skin condition that is not contagious but can cause lots of parenting stress, not to mention the discomfort it can cause your baby.
Eczema in infants is basically of two types; atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is an…
Some babies are born with full heads of hair. Others have a smattering of strands, and many others have only peach fuzz. However full or sparse your newborn’s hair is, you might notice it falling out or getting thinner in the weeks after you bring them home. This shedding may come as a surprise. But the good news is: there’s no reason to worry.
Here’s the thing: Infant hair…