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For babies, coconut oil can be used as a treatment underneath their locks to help with the symptoms of cradle cap, a common rash that causes crusty, oily, or scaly patches on a baby’s scalp. After applying coconut oil to your baby’s scalp, rinse after 20 minutes. Can coconut oil make cradle cap worse? Lots …
HUMAN REPRODUCTION: Pregnancy: HOT TODDY ADULT SACHETS are not intended for use during pregnancy. Lactation: HOT TODDY ADULT SACHETS are not intended for use during lactation. Can I have honey and lemon when pregnant? Yes, it’s safe to eat honey during pregnancy. While it’s not safe to give honey to babies under a year old, …
How can I help my 3 month old poop? As a rule of thumb, you can give 1 ounce a day for every month of life up to about 4 months (a 3-month-old baby would get 3 ounces). Some doctors recommend using corn syrup like Karo, usually around 1 to 2 teaspoons per day, to …
What is the most common cause of jaundice in newborns? Excess bilirubin (hyperbilirubinemia) is the main cause of jaundice. Bilirubin, which is responsible for the yellow color of jaundice, is a normal part of the pigment released from the breakdown of “used” red blood cells. How can I help my newborns jaundice go away? Mild …
Can I give my baby anything other than milk? Once your baby is 1 year old, feeding from a bottle should be discouraged. When using a bottle or trainer cup, don’t put anything in it other than breast milk, formula milk or water and do not add anything else (including sugar, cereals, baby rice or …