9 Must-Know Steps in Giving First Aid To Skin Abrasions
As your child becomes physically active at play, he is more prone to bodily injuries ranging from skin bruises, grazes, minor cuts, deep lacerations, or even bone fractures and dislocations. Small children may acquire such injuries inadvertently during a fun-filled activity with neighbors and day care friends, while older children can get injured during sporting […]
How To Recognize And Initially Manage Bone Fractures In Children
As soon as your child becomes physically active and learns to risk for more daring experiences, he has a higher risk of having serious injuries such as bone fracture. Since their bones are still growing and supple, it could easily break, bend, or crack when considerable force is applied to it. This type of fracture […]
10 Must-Know Recommendations in Managing Burns in Children
Burns are the second leading cause of death in children. The most frequent type of burn that accounts for 85% in children <4 years of age are scald burns. Scald burns are usually home injuries acquired accidentally by children like getting poured or spattered by hot water, hot liquids and foods. Proper management of […]
Why Cesarean Section Should Not Be Feared At All
When I learned that I am carrying twins, I knew right then that I will not be able to experience natural birth. The initial ultrasound revealed that both of my twins are in breech position (the leading parts are buttocks instead of the heads). Although their presenting parts can still change as they grow inside […]
10 Ways to Know When to Call the Doctor If Your Baby or Child Is Sick
Pediatric patients, especially infants and young children, are mostly quiet when they are sick. Their symptoms are barely discernible because they don’t usually complain. Sometimes, their acting different from usual is what most parents use as a gauge in telling that their child is not okay, making it even more difficult for parents to tell […]