The truth is, no one can answer the question for you, but you!
Now, before you answer the question, you should consider many things. Making this decision requires a lot of thinking, like figuring out if you can still afford childcare, planning when to stop using birth control, and determining how much time to take off work.
In fact, deciding to have baby number two can be so challenging that…
Pneumonia is an acute respiratory form of infection that affects the lungs. It is caused by microorganisms such as bacteria or a virus. The germs (bacteria or virus) allow air sacs in the lungs to be filled with fluid (mucus or phlegm), causing difficulty in breathing with concomitant coughing.
Pneumonia caused by a virus is less intense than when bacteria cause it. Flu-like symptoms (mild…
Jaundice is a common condition in which a baby’s eyes and skin look yellowish. It is usually harmless, and about 60% of babies have it. Jaundice occurs when there is too much build-up of bilirubin (a biochemical substance that red blood cells release during the breakdown process) in the blood. This condition can go away independently, or a doctor may suggest light therapy or other treatments…
Asthma is a common illness caused by the shrinking or narrowing of the small air passages in the lungs. The shrinking occurs when air passages become inflamed and swollen, causing the production of more mucus. Furthermore, the muscle bands surrounding the air passages become constrained, making it more difficult for air to get in and out of the lungs (particularly out), causing cough, breathing…
When your kids return to school, you probably gearing up for morning routines and treating them for contagious diseases contracted in schools.
That is because, with classroom activities back, they will do what they do best — learning, playing with friends, going close enough to contact, and spreading illnesses.
A school is essential for youngsters to attain knowledge and develop interpersonal…
Pregnant women and cravings are like gloves in hand, almost inseparable. Sometimes pouring a cold bottle of fizzy drink down your throat is just what you want to satisfy that craving. However, you might want to strongly consider staying away because the presence of carbon dioxide makes them dangerous to your health and your baby.
This explains why they make that bubbling long ‘s’ sound…
Breastfeeding has been the subject of numerous stories over the years, some of which are real and others that are not. When new mothers hear such tales, it scares them, and they start to doubt if nursing is best for them and the child.
Listening to such stories should not be a priority rather it is important to note that every mom has a unique experience with breastfeeding because no two people…
One of the many concerns women have during pregnancy is weight gain. Thoughts like “oh I’m getting too fat, will I be able to push when the time comes?” clouds their minds.
As valid as these concerns may seem, it is essential to remember that weight gain during pregnancy is normal.
Whatever the case, a pregnant woman should avoid dieting or attempting to reduce weight during her…
There’s been a mysterious increase in cases of child hepatitis worldwide. The condition first spotted in the UK has now jumped to 300 cases in Europe, with small numbers also reported in the Americas, western Pacific, and South East Asia.
Adenovirus, which resurfaced as the pandemic began to ease is the suspected cause of the surge in hepatitis. The first case was discovered in Scotland. Now…
The world is seeing a spike in child hepatitis. The United States and the United Kingdom have reported viral and acute hepatitis cases in children.
Globally the case count is 169, with one death. However, the UK seems to be hit the most with 114 cases, some of the children needing liver transplants.
Most of the children affected are between the ages of 1 and 6. The symptoms begin with nausea and…