Childern’s Health
TEETHING IN BABIES:How To Ease Their Pain
Parents will agree with me that one of the significant milestones in a baby's life is the appearance of the first set of TEETH. Although, the teething process may not be a very easy one for most babies (and even their parents), it is only a developmental phase...
MALNUTRITION: Under-nutrition and Over-nutrition
Malnutrition is one of the most serious public health problems and may be a leading cause of death, whether directly or indirectly. Malnutrition refers to the impairment of the health of an individual resulting from a deficiency, excess or imbalance in nutrients...
Water on the brain (Hydrocephalus)
Hydrocephalus also described as “water on the brain”, is a condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up within the ventricles (cavities that contain fluid) of the brain and increases the pressure within the head. ‘Hydro’ simply means water, and...
Rubeola (Measles): What does it look like?
Rubeola (measles) is a viral infection that develops in the cells that line the lungs and the throat. It is extremely contagious and spreads via air whenever an infected person coughs or sneezes. When infected with rubeola, symptoms that develop include fever, cough,...
Childhood Vaccination: Learn the facts
There are certain vaccines your kid must get before they attain the age of attending schools. All thanks to adherence to immunization schedules and boosters for enabling more than a dozen diseases in Nigeria such as measles, polio, tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis...
Understanding Child Abuse: The Signs To Look Out For
Understanding Child abuse in Nigeria can only start by admitting that though it does occur around us,it has received little attention compared to others issues relating to a child. Someone who has not reached the age of 18 is a child. To start understanding child...
NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY
Nutrition one takes in during pregnancy should be selectively picked cause the period of pregnancy is a very delicate one; the choices you make and what you eat now and throughout your pregnancy period can affect your health and that of your baby. Since the placenta...
IODINE DEFICIENCY: What Does It Mean
What is Iodine Deficiency? Iodine deficiency is a common public health problem that occurs as a result of low intake of the nutrient iodine in the body which ultimately results to improper functioning of the thyroid gland. The recommended daily intake for iodine...
AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF HONEY
There is more to the health benefits of honey than just adding a sweet taste to your food, used as health and beauty top ingredient, it also provides a wealth of health benefits to the body. Popularly known as ''Oyin" in yoruba and ''Zuma'' in hausa, honey has been...
Enlarged Breast in Males (Gynaecomastia)
Enlarged breast in males is known medically as gynaecomastia. It usually affects both breasts but may affect one breast. It occurs as a result of proliferation of glands of the breast due to imbalance in the action of the hormones oestrogen and testosterone. It should...
MEAL PLANNING FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Most parents often wonder how best to feed their little children, especially when they are picky eaters. More than half of the parents will agree that there is actually nothing more frustrating than having your children refuse what you painstakingly prepared. Apart...
Position for breastfeeding: Tips for Moms
Learning how to breastfeed requires time, practice, knowledge and patience. Most moms were taught the basic technique of attaching their newborns to breast during pre-natal care and immediately after childbirth. The World Health Organization in this current “World...
Benefits of Breastfeeding To The Family And Society
Benefits of breastfeeding Breastfeeding, an age-long practice is a core child survival strategy as identified by the World Health Organisation. The wellbeing of neonates has an impact on the state of the nation including economic, social, and health. The role of this...
FOOD ALLERGIES:Different From Food Intolerance
Food allergies are immune system reactions that occur soon after eating some particular foods. That is, the body's immune system sees a certain kind of food as harmful and reacts by causing symptoms known as ALLERGIC REACTIONS. Foods that cause allergic reactions are...
IRON DEFICIENCY:MOST COMMON TYPE OF ANEMIA
The popular believe that mixing egg with milk or malt with milk and taking it as blood tonic to suddenly increase or boost your blood levels, or as a blood tonic, is wrong and not in any way scientifically proven. Blood is vital to the human body system. The red blood...
8 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD LOVE OATS
Oats are super great and healthy for breakfast. They are a type of gluten-free coarse flour made of hulled oat grains. Oatmeal is called different names, depending on how they are processed. Milled oats are usually referred to as “white oats”, steel cut oats are known as “coarse oat” or ‘irish oats” and rolled oats “old fashioned oat”. Oats are good for children adults and old-aged people. I personally love oats because it is not only highly nutritious, but it also fills me up, has a pleasant taste, gives me varieties of ways to prepare it and takes less time to prepare. Isn’t that great? Not convinced? Then I will be showing you 8 reasons why I think you should also love oats.
TOURETTE SYNDROME:Causes and Treatment
Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder that involves repetitive movements ore unwanted sounds (tics) that can’t be easily controlled. It is the most severe form of a tic disorder. Tic disorder is a sudden repetitive movement, gesture or utterance. Tics are...
Body Odour in Kids: 6 Things that can cause this
When the body gives off a scent others may find unpleasant, it is known as body odour. It can be so embarrassing when you perceive an unpleasant smell on your kid’s body. People with hyperhidrosis (sweats too much) may also be susceptible to body odour. Body odour...
Basic hygiene habits your child should know
Learning and practicing good basic hygiene habits improves the overall health of your child and it is your sole responsibility as a parent to ensure they learn these habits and put them to practice. Having good hygiene habits involves more than just hand washing....
CEREBRAL PALSY: UNDERSTANDING IT
Cerebral palsy is one of the ailments that could hinder growth and development.Growth and development is essential in human lives as it is the yardstick to measure the milestones been reached in life. An ailment that would then alter normal growth and development is a...
Umbilical Stump Infections:Ways To Prevent It
Umbilical stump infections or Omphalitis is a dangerous infection that occurs around the umbilical stump after child birth and can spread quickly and easily to the liver, resulting in hepatitis, jaundice and generalized septicemia. It is always better to prevent this...