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Bedwetting

Bedwetting

Most children are potty trained by the age of five, but there is no set age for achieving total bladder control. Bedwetting is a common occurrence that frequently runs in families. Your child may not seem to be able to get through the night without wetting the bed, no...
Development milestones

Development milestones

Behaviour and physical skills that newborns and children develop as they grow are known as developmental milestones. These milestones can be thought of as a checklist, indicating what a typical child should be able to achieve at various life stages. Despite this, the...
Potty training tips

Potty training tips

Because each toddler is unique, there is no set age for toilet training. Potty training begins when your child can manage their bladder and bottom muscles. Usually, these muscles mature between 18 and 36 months. Around this time, you may notice you’ve been...
Preparing for a baby

Preparing for a baby

Whether you’re expecting your first or fifth child, a new baby can be an emotional roller coaster. Your regular lifestyle will become disrupted, and some tasks may be difficult to complete, especially during the newborn period. Preparing for a baby is exciting,...
Breast feeding practices

Breast feeding practices

The decision to breastfeed your child is one that only you as a mother can make. Several WHO and UNICEF guidelines recommend exclusively breastfeeding a child for the first six months of their life, beginning within the first hour of birth. Benefits of breastfeeding...
Safety at home

Safety at home

Home is where children unwind, play and spend quality time with family. Accidents may happen, and minor scratches and bruises are inevitable, especially as children grow and discover new things. Safety at home is vital to ensure that serious accidents are avoided....