Health care of a baby is very important from the day it is born till it grows up to become a healthy child. Since babies are super sensitive and very delicate, adequate measures should be taken to maintain the health of a baby. With the advancement in medical science, there are products developed with the sole purpose of helping the mothers to take care of their babies to prevent the occurrence of diseases or other irritations. Medicinal products for babies are developed by specialized people realizing the need for good health for the growth of the baby.
Most of the medical products developed for baby care are made from natural extracts and with the safest and least harmful chemicals. Nature provides several things that are very good for health and that contain several nutrients which ensure good health and safety. The most common ailments among babies are diarrhea, skin rashes, cold and fever. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration of the baby which is very harmful and very dangerous. The immediate remedy for this is to give oral electrolytes that help in maintaining the fluid level in the body of the baby. If it continues, then the baby has to be taken to a doctor and immediate steps have to be taken to stop diarrhea and maintain the fluid level.
Stomach pain sometimes accompanies diarrhea and vomit. This can be due to indigestion or improper food diet. This has to be immediately treated with proper medicines and tonic. Self medication should b avoided and only prescribed medicines by the doctor should be given to babies. Generally the tablets given should be dissolved in water or tonic and then given to babies since babies cannot swallow tablets and it may get struck in the throat. Doctors generally prescribe medicines that contain very less chemicals.
Antibiotics are used very rarely for babies. Only if the baby suffers from severe fever or cold, antibiotics are suggested. But most of the doctors do not insist to use antibiotics as they may have some side effects and can sometimes be harmful for the stomach. Antibiotics are usually very strong and only in cases where heavy dose is required, these are being used. Do not use antibiotics unless your doctor prescribes it. Medicines generally taken by adults for fever, cold or other problems should be given for babies without the permission of the doctor.
The best ways to care for the health of your baby is to prevent the occurrence of any ailment or illness by maintains a good nutritive diet, safe environment and clean surroundings. Use natural oils, properly prepared food and give a healthy environment for your baby. In spite of all these if your baby suffers from something, then immediately consult the doctor and take the required actions immediately.
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