Colic in babies is frustrating for parents, but self-limiting —Dr Akinseinde
Babies mostly communicate through crying, as they cannot speak. Hunger would easily keep them up at night, crying uncontrollably. Sometimes,…
Two doses of measles-rubella vaccine protective for life —Dr Balogun, PAN immunisation champion
FOR hundreds of years, measles has been one of the most contagious and lethal viruses known to humans. It poses…
Skin to Skin Contact: Why It Matters for Babies and Parents
Becoming a first time parent has its moments, the magical ones and the bittersweet ones, but every moment will definitely…
Inattention and frowning sometimes point to poor sight in children — Professor Ademola-Popoola
AKIN, a 4-year-old boy, was struggling in school to read numbers and alphabets. The parents assume that he must be…
I apologise for mutilating you, let’s reconcile, former FGM tells estranged daughter
Mrs Bridget Omobude, 56, a former Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) practitioner who cut girls for more than three decades, admitted…
Rubella, like measles, is deadly and spreads quickly, but vaccination is key—Dr Olatunji, OYOPHCB Executive Secretary
Measles isn’t just about the rash, runny nose and fever; it’s the long-term impact that often goes unnoticed. It infects…
Anaemia: Why severe fatigue after childbirth is dangerous for mother and newborn —experts
When people say the woman has the baby, and so she’s fine, it’s time to go home. The women, too,…
Period s3x: What women need to know about
S3x is a normal part of life and should be enjoyed by all women. However, “period s3x”, or having s3x…
Why supporting breastfeeding supports the future —Experts
Mrs Adio Akinkugbe was with a small feeding bottle and about to give it to her three-month-old son. The mother…
Squint eyes in children can be treated effectively if detected early
Kemi Haruna, a mother of one, first noticed that her two-year-old daughter could look at her while her head was…
Measles on the prowl: Protect your children
FOR hundreds of years, measles has been one of the most contagious and lethal viruses known to humans. It poses…
Threatening to address misbehaviour is scary, but bad for children’s self-esteem
A lot of parents use punishments like taking away toys, skipping meals, or threatening to leave an activity or location.…
Does a period make a girl a woman?
The onset of menstruation, often referred to as menarche, is culturally significant and frequently marks the transition from girlhood to…
Boys born with crooked feet should play football, unrestrained, after treatment
Mrs Helen Adebayo questioned how she would cope with the situation when her child was born with a malformed limb.…
Children’s Day: Eye examinations should be added to the to-do list to mark the day —Expert
Children are young and beautiful creatures, and with their innocent smiles and carefree spirits, they steal the hearts of many.…
Asthma attacks shouldn’t keep your kids off school
Children with asthma may experience daily symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath, which can interfere with their ability…
Pubic hair removal is personal and cosmetic, not medical!
Pubic hair grooming is a common practice among both men and women in Nigeria, although the prevalence and methods of…
