Baby & Children's Medicine & Treatments

Giving medication to babies can sometimes be complicated. If you are ever unsure, always speak to your doctor or pharmacist before administering it to your child. You can check several key points to ensure medicine is given to your baby/child safely:

1. Firstly, follow instructions. Read all medicine labels or patient information leaflets.
2. Secondly, understand the name and purpose of the medicine.
3. Additionally, always ensure the correct dose is given (always read the label).
4. Moreover, administer medicine at the correct times you’re supposed to.
5. Also, pay attention to any special instructions, e.g., give before or after food.
6. Furthermore, keep medication out of reach and out of sight of children.
7. Finally, safely dispose of all unused medication.

In the event that a child becomes unwell, develops a rash, or has an allergic reaction, call your doctor or seek immediate medical care.

It’s a parent’s responsibility to ensure children have a healthy start in life. Consequently, parents should ensure children are receiving sufficient nutrients needed for their growth. Here are a few tips to build strong bones in children:

1. First, encourage your baby/child to exercise more frequently.
2. Next, provide a good source of calcium, which can be found in cheese, beans, green vegetables, and yogurt.
3. Additionally, offer a good source of Vitamin D, which can be found in salmon, tuna, and eggs.
4. Lastly, consider daily vitamins or supplements.

Before children, life was likely simpler. When heading out, all you had to worry about was picking up a phone, wallet, and keys. Now, with a baby, you need a whole changing bag. Here’s a guide on what to pack:

1. First and foremost, a changing mat.
2. Additionally, nappy sacks.
3. Also important, cotton wool or wipes.
4. Don’t forget, Nappy Rash Cream (e.g., Bepanthen).
5. Of course, nappies.
6. Prepare for surprises with, a change of clothes for the baby.
7. For feeding, breast milk or formula milk.
8. Essential for feeding, sterilized bottles.
9. For health needs, medication (e.g., Calpol or Nurofen).
10. For comfort, a comforter or toy.
11. Finally, muslins.