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Steps To Manage A Child Living With Autism

Autism, also referred to as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a liberal term used to depict a group of neurodevelopmental conditions. This disorder is distinguished by variability in social and communication interaction. Children with autism frequently demonstrate repetitive and restricted patterns or interests of behaviour. Autism is found in people around the world, irrespective of economic…
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Nigerian Foods That Help Your Child Gain Weight

As a parent, it is worrisome to see your child not gain weight like they are supposed to. Children gaining weight is natural, but your paediatrician may recommend you add more fat-filled and nutritious foods to your baby’s everyday diet. You may wonder what kind of food would speedily make your child gain weight. This piece will suggest different types of easily affordable and accessible…
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Causes Of Eczema In Children And When To Worry

Eczema is when the skin gets dry, itchy, irritated, red, and bumpy. Several types exist, but the common type is atopic dermatitis. To many people, “atopic dermatitis” and “eczema” mean the same. Eczema is pretty common, and many children with it have family members with the same skin condition since it can be passed from parents to their kids through genes. Children with this may also…
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Am I Ready For Baby Number Two? Answering These Questions Will Help You Decide

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…
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How To Spot Pneumonia In Babies

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…
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Signs That Tell Your Baby Has Jaundice

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…
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Asthma In Children: Symptoms And How To Manage Episodes

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…
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These Sports Can Give Your Kids Sharper IQ

It may surprise you that your children’s love for sports can be more beneficial than just fun. Participating in sports is essential to their success in school, work, and life as this boosts their Intelligence Quotient(IQ): smartness and sharpness. What this gives them is a greater ability to concentrate on these aspects of life for success. According to some studies, people who participate…
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Most Contagious Diseases In Schools To Watch Out For

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…
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Myths And Facts About Breastfeeding

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…
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