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What to Do When Baby Gets Sick: 7 Solutions
... with a tablespoon, slowly increasing the dose over time. When to call the doctor: If your sick baby has... properly. "To understand when a baby is sick, you have to understand what he's like when he's well...: If your baby is a newborn (2 months or younger) and has even a low-grade fever, if your child is younger...
Baby's First Cold & Flu Season
...The dreaded first cold hits just as your baby adopts a routine sleeping and feeding schedule. There... Days Here. During the middle phase of a cold, the fever has usually gone away, and your baby might... thickens even more and becomes crusty. Your baby will act normal in most ways, eating well and resuming...
Your Guide to Baby Colds
...No matter your baby's age, it's essential to keep him well-hydrated when battling a cold. "A baby... of Medicine. For babies less than 4 months old, stick to just breast milk or formula. At 4 months, your baby.... Acetaminophen may be used to treat a fever if your baby is 4 months old or older, says Rhya Strifling, M.D., a...
10 Reasons to Call the Doctor Now
Is your child sick enough for a late-night call to the pediatrician? If you're really worried about your child, it's always better to call -- pediatricians expect to be awakened in the middle of the night. In fact, doctors say that many parents don't recognize some of the most serious medical situations. Here are the top 10 symptoms pediatricians want you to call about right away.
Cold Comfort
The fall and winter months are Sicky City. We've got expert advice on helping her through the illnesses that bother babies most.
Snot Removal 101
This guide to removing the snot from your baby's nose will help you through what can feel like one of the trickiest jobs of parenthood -- in four simple steps.
Vomiting: A Symptom Guide
Vomiting can signal anything from a 24-hour bug to a food allergy to appendicitis. Here's how to figure out what's making your child's stomach ache -- and how to treat it.
All-Natural Cold & Cough Remedies
It's miserable to watch your child suffer through the six to 10 colds she's likely to catch this year. And to make matters worse, experts now say that kids under 6 shouldn't use over-the-counter cold and cough medicine because of potentially dangerous side effects. So what's a concerned parent to do? We asked experts to tell us how to help fend off germs in the first place and how to help her feel better fast if she does get sick.
Teething Signs, Symptoms & Soothers
Teething is an important part of Baby's development. It can be an irritable time for him, but there are many ways you can help ease the pain. Follow these tips to keep Baby comfortable.
What to Feed Your Sick Child
Though your child may not have much of an appetite when he's sick, try to get him to eat. These comfort foods can help.
How Bad Is That Cough? 7 Bad Coughs to Worry About
Isn't it amazing how many tissues and bowls of soup your family can go through in one season? Don't assume, though, that your child's cough is simply a cold it might be something more serious. Here's when to worry and what to do.
How to Treat Baby's First Fever
... temperature that rises to 100.4° F or above. When to call the doctor? If your baby is under 3 months, you... or sleepiness, or vomiting or diarrhea. Trust your gut. Even if your baby's fever isn't that high, but he...'s not acting like himself, call your doctor. You're the best judge of whether your little one is truly sick...
Is Your Baby Dehydrated?
...If your baby has diarrhea, it's very important that you keep him well hydrated, or you may end up... the diarrhea, it is very important to wash your hands very well and often. /parents/files/includes/isYourBaby... having to go to the emergency room. Babies, in particular, can get dehydrated very quickly if they have a...
Baby Symptoms Not to Worry About
... sick, you're not a wuss -- and you're definitely not alone. "With the first baby, every bump or rash... is hard to come by when you're caring for a fragile peanut, so remember this: Most of the time... the first or second night she's been fussy, the more likely culprit is gas, which stretches out your baby...
Should You Take Baby to the Hospital?
... that concern you. If a condition isn't an emergency, the best care will come from your pediatrician. The ER... doesn't have your child's medical history on file. Unless you seek care at a children's hospital (most... of them are in metropolitan areas), your baby probably won't be seen by a pediatrician. And then there...
Baby's First Fever
...If it hasn't happened to you yet, it probably will soon: that heart-wrenching night when your baby... pediatrician. First, see if your baby has a fever. Lay the back of your hand on her forehead, or kiss it... the tip with a dab of petroleum jelly. Position your baby face down across your legs and spread her...
Is It an Emergency? 5 Baby Health Scares
... your baby... Spikes a Fever
It's an emergency if your baby is under 3 months old and his rectal... in Atlanta. "If he has it, we'll admit him to the hospital."
It's probably not if your baby has passed the 3... invasive bacterial infection." There's no need to do anything if your older baby seems unbothered by fever...
Decoding Baby's Cough
...A baby's cough can mean very different things, and it's not as if you can ask your baby what... cases, chances are your baby's cough is nothing more than a cold. To help you tell a wait-and-see cough..., baby can have: Some rattling mucus A slight fever at night Treatment: Try your own mother's "lots...
15 Tips to Ease Baby Allergies
.... Moreover, when your baby is diagnosed early, and you limit her exposure to certain allergens, it's possible... your child's discomfort is figuring out if allergies are behind baby's skin rash and constant sniffling... or 80 percent. "If your baby has coldlike symptoms -- watery eyes, a runny nose that he constantly rubs...
