NICU and its levels of neonatal care
Every mother hopes for a pregnancy that is smooth-sailing and free from complications. With the right care, a smooth pregnancy is, of...
Top 5 Causes of Low Birth Weight in Newborns
Low birth weight is a term used to describe babies who are born weighing less than 2,500 grams (5 pounds, 8 ounces)....
What is Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome(NAS) ?
If your baby is experiencing withdrawal symptoms and has been asked to go for treatment to the NICU, chances are that your baby is...
What is low birth weight? Causes & Diagnosis Methods
Health can be considered to be a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, without the presence of infirmity or diseases....
Baby Poop – What’s Normal & What is Not?
No matter what one says or thinks, someone has got to cover this topic. With a lot of passion and a lot less yuck. Baby poop usually...
What is Baby Constipation ?
Constipation, as such, refers to infrequent bowel movements. However, baby constipation is somewhat different from adults. How to know...
Atopic Dermatitis in Children
Atopic dermatitis (AD), commonly referred to as eczema, is a chronic ailment of the skin characterised by itchy and dry skin surface. The...
A Spotlight on Common Ear, Nose and Throat Problems in Toddlers
Someone wise once said that your sense organs are the windows and doors to life. True enough! Whenever they are in the blur and not...
Bilirubin encephalopathy
Dr. Gaurav Jawa, Consultant Neonatologist- Apollo Cradle Royale This case describes a baby who was brought to Apollo Cradle Royale in the...
Infant sleep patterns
One of the many subjects that worries new parents is whether their new-born infant is getting quality sleep. This not only refers to the...
