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Your Kid’s Health

August 30

Can Face Masks Make It Difficult For My Kids To Breathe?

Narito ang sabi ng mga eksperto tungkol dito.

Pagsusuot ng mask ang isa sa mga nakikitang pinakamabisang paraan para bigyang proteksyon ang ating mga anak at ang ating mga sarili sa COVID-19.Pinakamabisa pa rin ang pananatili sa loob ng bahay at palagiang paghuhugas ng kamay, ngunit kung hindi maiiwasang lumabas,
Getting Pregnant

January 27

15 Pregnancy Superstitions: Let's Set the Record Straight!

"Buntis pamahiins" are a product of good intentions — a reminder for pregnant women to take extra care.

It happens quite often. Someone will send us a message on our Facebook (including on our FB group Smart Parenting Village) wondering whether they should follow a "buntis pamahiin" or superstitions on pregnancy. They are mostly old wives' tales you shouldn't even
Your Kid’s Health

March 8

Early Exposure Helps Kids Develop Long-term Allergy Protection

Another study suggests that giving your baby peanut butter may help prevent him from developing allergy later in his life.

Photo from dogonews.comHaving a child who is allergic to peanuts is not easy especially when an anaphylaxis attack is a constant threat. So it's hard not to feel hopeful when you hear news like this. A new study published in the New
Food

February 7

Table Truths: 7 Baby Food Myths Debunked

We debunk the myths about the food you should give your baby.

Mom told you to feed your baby rice first but lola says to go with potatoes. With conflicting opinions on what and how your baby’s first meal should be, feeding time becomes a challenge for any parent who’s new to the routine.Here
Breastfeeding

November 11

Myth that Breastfeeding Moms Sleep Less than Formula-Feeding Moms Debunked

A study involving 80 moms reveals that there is no truth to the claim that breastfeeding moms get less sleep.

There’s a myth that breastfeeding moms get less sleep than formula-feeding moms. According to Dr. Hawley Montgomery-Downs, an assistant professor of psychology and coordinator of the behavioral neuroscience program at West Virginia University, though, while there are many factors that may contribute
Toddler

October 9

Diarrhea: Tips and Treatments for Toddlers

In the wake of the recent typhoons, keep your children safe from a common post-flood illness.

As typhoon season goes full blast, kids are more prone to all sorts of sicknesses. Diarrhea is one hazard that can and should be dealt with as quickly as possible. Here are some tips from to take note of. Call the DoctorIf you
Health & Nutrition

October 5

Pamahiins: Pinoy Pregnancy Beliefs

Let's set the record straight when it comes preggy facts and fiction.

MYTH #1: “’Pag matulis ang tiyan ng nanay, lalaki ang anak. ’Pag mabilog naman, babae.”FACT: Belly shape is merely an indication of the baby’s position inside the uterus or baby’s movements as he develops. MYTH #2: “Ang laki ng ilong mo! Babae
Baby

August 14

Watch Those Ears: Newborn Baby Auditory Development

We set the record straight on myths about baby's hearing.

Myth 1: Babies inside the womb are oblivious to sound.FACT: Rina Quintos, M.D., pediatric otolaryngologist, shares that a baby inside the womb can already recognize his mother’s voice and be calmed by it. Myth 2: Only extremely loud sounds or noises can

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