10 Essential Tips To Prevent Poisoning In Your Home
I was recently prescribed some analgesics for a small day procedure. That afternoon, when I got home, I placed the […]
A Bump To The Head: When Should You Worry?
I have attended to many children in the ER who have taken a tumble. In the US, falls account for
Common First Aid Myths
I am often surprised by how some of my patients manage their injuries before they come to the emergency room. I think my own mother is also guilty of practising some really strange methods whilst I was growing up. Over the years, medical advice and management has evolved. What may have made sense years ago is now out of date and has been replaced with more sound research and often logic. Here are just a few of the first aid practices and myths that I have seen over the years.
How Safe Are Teething Gels?
Every baby is different but common symptoms associated with teething include, mild irritability, drooling, low-grade fever and loss of appetite. If your baby is inconsolable or has a high fever chances are this is not due to teething. Teething should not make your baby very sick but rather very unhappy.
HOW TO DISCARD OF EXPIRED OR UNUSED MEDICATIONS
I usually go through all my medications during National Pharmacy Month in September since that’s when I usually remember to do so. It’s also the month I make time to reorganise my drug cupboard. However, this year I have seen many of you start off the new year by decluttering your homes and doing a little bit of “spring cleaning”.
ARE ESSENTIAL OILS SAFE FOR CHILDREN?
South Africa has joined the new oil boom and you can now readily find doTERRA and Young Living essential oils on our shores. With all the apparent “positive” effects these oils are having and especially since I am seeing so many parents use these oils on their children, I decided to do a little research, because for me, it’s all in the evidence.
Choosing the right humidifier for your child
Now that winter is coming, it’s a good idea to invest in a good humidifier if you don’t already have
Face masks in children: how safe are they?
If you follow me on social media you would have noticed me going on a lot about face masks recently. It’s very important for the public to know how to use them correctly because otherwise it’s such a wasted effort.
WHEN YOUR BIRTH PLAN DOESN’T GO ACCORDING TO PLAN
If I tell you that things went horribly wrong when I gave birth to my daughter, I am not overreacting. I’m not talking about a poor maternal or foetal outcome here, since both Eryn and I were perfectly healthy throughout the labour process. I’m talking about my birth plan, and somehow I doubt I’m not the only one who had her entire birth plan turned upside down.
Going Viral: Is It COVID-19 Or Something Else?
With COVID-19 following us into winter we are going to have many more other viruses to worry about. Viruses that cause the common cold and Influenza are going to peak over the next few months. Since many of these respiratory illnesses share common symptoms it can become confusing trying to figure out which virus is responsible for your symptoms and even cause you to panic unnecessarily every time you get a tickle in your throat thinking it’s Corona.
COVID-19 In Children – What Do We Know?
As parents we worry a lot about our children’s health and most especially now, with this new coronavirus (SARS-Cov-2). With so much information currently available online about COVID-19 it can become difficult for us to sift through the real from the fake news. I hope to simplify things a little in this post and share some of the more convincing theories we have on COVID-19 in children.
How To Use a Car Seat Harness Correctly
It’s Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week and I have decided to talk a little about the car seat harness. The car seat harness holds a child down in the car seat so they cannot slide up, forward and out the car seat in the event of a crash.
Shouldn’t It Be “Fed Is Best”?
This post is a little different to my others because it is personal. I want to share more of my momlife journey with you so where better to start than at the beginning, with one of the first challenges I had to deal with when becoming a mom.
Does Your Child Need a Tetanus Shot or Not?
I’ve had parents often come into the emergency room after their child has taken a tumble asking for a Tetanus
Emergency Numbers Every Parent Should Know
It occurred to me the day I went back to work after my maternity leave that I didn’t know any
Is It A Cold Or Is It The Flu?
Winter is here and so are coughs, colds and flu. Common colds and flu are both caused by viruses and share many of the same symptoms however colds are usually milder and do not cause any serious complications. More than 200 viruses can cause a cold whereas the flu is caused by the Influenza virus. This is why there is no vaccine available for the common cold.
How To Make The Medicine Go Down
It’s stressful when your kids are sick and even more stressful when they refuse to take their medicines. Not to
First Aid Tips Every Mom Should Know
I was recently asked by All4Women to put together my top 10 first aid tips for moms. I wanted to
Keeping Your Children Safe During Bath time
I’m sure many of you will agree that bath time is loads of fun for our kids. Whilst the bathroom
Top Choking Hazards For Babies and Toddlers
We recently went to a very popular restaurant for lunch and to my astonishment there were vending machines with gumballs
Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared
Oneaid focuses on preventing and reducing the risk of childhood injuries. Through blog posts and social media Oneaid offers you,
Tips For Choosing The Right High Chair
Before going out and buying a high chair it’s important to know the safety requirements. A US study found that
