Fractures: Why mothers shouldn’t patronise traditional bone setters
ISMAIL Sodiq, a 9-year-old boy, fell while playing football with his friend and sustained a fracture of his left arm.…
When to keep sick children out of school
Parents have mixed views on when to keep sick children out of school. Most agree that those with diarrhoea should…
What mothers need to know about same-day HIV testing for infants
During the birth of Aliyu, Mrs Ronke Adeyemi was transfused with blood at a private health facility during delivery. It…
In hot weather, staying hydrated is crucial for good academic performance −Experts
With the hottest day on record in full swing, staying cool is at the top of everyone’s priorities, and staying…
Until surgery, I took drugs to boost my libido; never undressed before anyone —FGM survivor
It was a gathering that had women and men; talks were ongoing about female genital mutilation, which many people wrongly…
Hiccup: Is there any reason for parents to worry?
Everyone gets the hiccups from time to time. Many parents worry that their babies are uncomfortable and try everything they…
Nigeria has 25 percent of NTDs cases in Africa, as Oyo deworms 1.6 million students in 2023
Nigeria accounts for one of every four cases of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Africa, a group of diseases that…
When is it safe to leave home with a new baby?
Oftentimes, women are forced to answer this question when they travel with their new babies to visit a faraway relative,…
How play, exercise can help your child cope better with stress, bullying
In an era of increased screen time and sedentary behaviours, the importance of physical activity during play in childhood cannot…
School resumption: Ensure your children sleep more for higher academic performance
With children and teens heading back to school after the Christmas and New Year breaks, it is a good time…
How breastfeeding reduces the risk of subsequent hospital admission rates —Experts
Encouraging breastfeeding for at least the first six months among infants is an important public health strategy to improve overall…
Sleeping inside insecticide-treated nets: A little step, but big help
MRS Bintu Bako, a 24-year-old mother, has come for antenatal care at the Alape Primary Health Care Centre in Lagelu…
Severe anxiety during pregnancy is bad but can be helped
By Sade Oguntola Everyone feels anxious sometimes. Even in pregnancy, it is natural to feel a bit anxious. But…
Do children with HIV require extra care?
BY Sade Oguntola Most of the women learned about their HIV diagnosis during pregnancy when they attended their antenatal…
How do you handle your baby’s diaper
Disposable diapers, unlike cloth diapers, are the preferred choice of many mothers. It contributes to increased comfort, better hygiene, and…
Regular deworming improves health, prevents malnutrition in children —Experts
PARENTS need to pay more attention to a child’s health in their growing years. Among the health issues that affect…
Why children don’t need weaning formulas —Experts
Nutrition in a baby’s earliest years is crucially important for its overall health. So, good parents are sometimes overwhelmed and…
Why breastfeeding within the first hour after Caesarean operation is best for mother, baby
BREASTFEEDING starts right on the theatre table after caesarean delivery. It ensures the newborn enjoys breast milk, the healthiest option…
HPV: What women should know about the cancer-causing virus
The recent introduction of the HPV vaccine has raised hopes for immunisation against cervical cancer and, for the first time,…
When it comes to baby’s food preference, mother’s diet is important
For years, doctors assumed that babies were born without any knowledge of the outside world. But newborn babies can distinguish…
