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I'm worried that my child might be overweight, what should I do?
If your little’s one weight measures way more than children his age as per WHO growth chart for babies’ length and weight, it might be that he’
I'm way too tired! When will my baby sleep through the night?
The answer to this question will probably vary from one child to another.
Is it normal for my child to bang his head from time to time?
Head banging is usually nothing to worry about.
Should I sterilize my bottle although the preparation instructions say it is not required?
Yes. This is very important as all of your feeding equipment including bottles, teats, scoops, bowls, spoons, used by your baby should always be cleaned and sterilized or disinfected.
I am pregnant. Can my baby be infected with COVID-19 if I become infected?
Pregnancy can be a worrying time for many parents to be and the current COVID-19 pandemic is naturally adding to this anxiety.
We currently do not know enough about COVID-19 to be certain of how it affects infants and children of different age groups specifically, but there have overall been less reported cases in young ch
If you or a member of your household are showing symptoms of COVID-19 or have had contact with a confirmed positive COVID-19 case it is important to seek medical attention early.
I am infected with COVID-19, how can I still take good care of my baby and protect them?
It is natural for parents to worry how best to protect their child whilst still giving them all the care and attention they need.
How can I know if my baby is infected with COVID-19? What are the symptoms?
There is currently not enough known about COVID-19 to be certain of how it affects infants and children of different ages specifically.
I have several children, if one child becomes unwell with COVID-19 how can I protect the others?
Managing an unwell child within the family may be challenging at the best of times.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19 for a new born baby or a toddler?
Symptoms may vary between individuals and we are still learning about the disease and how it affects different age groups.
Can products with probiotics help to reinforce my child’s Immune system?
We do not know enough about COVID-19 to be certain of the protective benefits of probiotics or other immune boosting supplements, but we do know that probiotics generally contribute to a healthy im
What are the differences between COVID-19 and seasonal flu (influenza)?
COVID-19 is a novel strain of Coronavirus, a type of respiratory virus, which was not previously identified in humans.
I am coughing should I wear a facemask to protect my baby?
If you are coughing or sneezing or have been tested positive for COVID-19 it may be recommended that you wear a mask when you are handling and feeding your baby.
Can my child be infected with COVID-19 from an animal source such as meat or eggs?
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are common in animals. Occasionally, such as in the case of COVID-19, people get infected with these viruses which may then spread to other people.
How long does COVID-19 survive on surfaces?
We do not yet know exactly how long COVID-19 survives on different types of surfaces but it is possible that this may vary from a few hours to several days under different conditions (e.g.
Is it safe to receive a package from a COVID-19 area?
Many of us find that we are ordering more food and daily necessities to our home than before to avoid going out.
Will Antibiotics help protect me and my child from COVID-19?
No! Do not take antibiotics for COVID-19 as these are not effective for treating viruses and may be harmful if used inappropriately.
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