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When should a child be given antibiotics for cough?

My child is 3 years old and goes to school. He often gets infected with a cold and cough. Sometimes the cough is normal while often it is accompanied by a fever. When is the...
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My baby makes a whistling sound when sleeping. What does it mean?

My baby is 3 months old and I have been observing a sleeping sound that comes when she breathes while sleeping that sounds like a whistle. What does this sound indicate and is...
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When can I introduce my baby to packaged milk?

My baby is 8 months old now and I would like to know if this is the right time to introduce him to outside or packaged milk? Is there a test to confirm if the outside milk is...
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My daughter sits in a W position most of the time. Is it really bad for her?

I have read a number of articles that say sitting in W position is bad for the kids. Is that true? I always thought it is a natural position for kids to sit. What are the real...
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Does wheezing in a child indicate asthma?

Every time my son gets has a cough and a cold it ends up with him wheezing severely. Is wheezing a sign of childhood asthma or is it normal in kids when they have cold?
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My son has constipation issues for the last 3 months. What natural foods can I give him?

My son is having severe constipation issues for the last 3 months. Given his food habits are still the same what could be the reason behind this issue? Are there any recommended...
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My son is having lower back pain at night. What could be the reason for this?

My son is 8 years old and he is complaining of lower back pain every night. What could be the reason behind this pain? Could it be something serious?
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Is nebulization safe? How does it work?

Every time my child gets a bout of coughs along with a slight wheeze, the doctor suggests nebulization for some quick relief. Is it safe to give nebulization frequently? How...
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My baby is 4 months old and has not passed stools for the last 4 days. What should I do?

I have a 4 month old baby. She has not passed stools for the last 4 days and I am extremely worried. What should I do to help her?
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Is stretching before working out important for children as well

I have a son who is now 9 years old. He has just started running for marathons, and is working out everyday for the same. Before workouts should he be stretching just like adults...
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Can I give OTC cough syrups to my 9 month old baby?

My baby is 9 months old and is suffering from cough. He doesn’t seem to have fever or any other problem except for the cough. Is it safe to give OTC cough syrup to a 9 month...
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My 1 month old baby sleeps for long hours and even doesn’t wake up for feeds unless woken up. Is it normal?

My baby is 1 month old and she is a full term healthy baby weighing 3 kgs. I am a first time mother and would like to know for how long can a baby sleep in a day? My baby sleeps...
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Are there any home remedies to treat diaper rash?

My baby has recently developed diaper rashes. There are commercial diaper creams available in the market but i am not sure of their efficacy. Are there any trusted and safe home...
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How can i decrease my child’s anxiety about school?

My son is 3 years old and has just started school. It has been a month since he started school, but the anxiety about going to school hasn't decreased at all. The moment he sees...
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How important are multivitamin supplements?

I am a parent with two kids one being 2 years and the other one being 4 years. I have been recommended certain multivitamin supplements by the doctor to be given to the two....
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My son who is 3 weeks old was born with small eyes. Is that a problem?

I am a first time mom and have a son who is about 3 weeks old now. Since birth we have observed that he has very small eyes. Even at 3 weeks, his eyes seem to small compared...
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How often is it required to bottle feed my baby?

I am new mom with a baby who is just 1 month old. I am breast feeding my baby however it doesn't seem to be enough. The doctor has advised a top up feed for the baby. I just...
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What can i do if my child gets sick on a weekend?

I have a baby who is just 2 months old. I have been worrying sick about what I should do if at all my baby falls sick on a weekend, and the doctors are not accessible? Is hospital...
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Are over-the-counter cough medications safe?

My son is suffering from cough since yesterday. While it doesn't seem to be anything alarming and looks like the seasonal cough, can I give him over-the-counter cough medicines?...
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Starting on solid foods

My baby is 9 months old. He is very interested in finger foods and has no desire to nurse or have me feed him. How can I make sure he is getting enough to eat?
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