A big spoonful of help

The age your baby gets teeth varies greatly from child to child.

There is likely to be slight differences in poo between babies depending on their age and what food or milk is being ingested (breast, infant formula, solids or a combination).

Your baby’s poo lets you know how well their digestive system is performing, and what is ‘normal’ is a source of common confusion for most parents. Basically, what goes in one end will determine what comes out the other! If you are aware of what normal baby poo looks like, you will then know when something is not normal and may need further attention.

Reflux is when stomach contents flow back up into the oesophagus. This may or may not include vomiting and is harmless in many cases so there is often no particular need to worry but if you are concerned please consult your doctor.

It is important to know what to expect in a nappy so you can then know when your baby’s poo is abnormal and may need healthcare professional advice. Diarrhoea is characterised by very frequent, liquid stools and may be the result of an illness or infection.

Thrush is a fungal infection and can be found in your baby’s mouth, nappy area or under the chin. The fungus lives on the skin and usually causes no harm, but when conditions are favourable, it thrives and causes havoc.

You are motivated enough to take on the challenges of loosing post-partum weight. The best way to get back in shape for your baby’s 1st birthday bash is to know the right steps to follow.

Many illnesses in infancy are caused by either viral or bacterial infections and your doctor can help establish which type of infection your baby has and how to possibly treat them. It is important to help your baby fight infections on their own where possible.

Otitis media is one of the most common infections in children under 2.