Tag: Babies
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Placing piece of thread on baby’s head won’t stop hiccup – Paediatricians
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Chijioke Iremeka Paediatricians have debunked the long-held belief that placing a strand of thread on a baby’s head will stop hiccup, stating that the practice often shared as a home…
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Experts seek increased funding for preterm care
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Agency The co-founder of Babies Matter Medical Centre, Dr Efunbo Dosekun has urged governments to partner with specialised neonatal healthcare providers to improve care for premature babies. Dosekun made the…
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How visitors introduce infections to newborns – Paediatricians
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Angela Onwuzoo Child health experts have said that when visiting a newborn, friends, neighbours, and family members should respect the family’s boundaries and practice good hygiene to avoid transmitting germs.…