Category: Children’s Health

Important Vaccines For Infants and When to Receive Them

Rnfrancis

There are important vaccines for infants that must not be missed. Generally, immunization is an act of securing one’s immune system. It is also a way of protecting oneself against serious diseases. Both adults and infants can benefit from immunization. Routine child immunization is usually from age 0-1 year. Hence, every child should receive immunization at the right time. It is popularly said that prevention is better than cure. Do you know that the best way to secure your child’s immunity is by vaccinating them at their due dates? In…

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7 Reasons Why Mothers should Exclusively Breastfeed Their Baby?

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There are several health reasons why mothers should practise exclusive breastfeeding. Breastfeeding refers to the process of feeding a baby with breast milk from the mother. There is a proper way to go about breastfeeding babies and mothers need to be enlightened about the process. After delivery, the first thing your doctor or midwife would usually do is endeavor to place the baby on your breast. This has many benefits especially when done within the first hour after delivery. In this article, we will take a look at the subject…

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How to Tackle Emotional Stress in Children

Dami Hassan

Stress may be a response to a negative change in a child’s life. In small amounts, stress can be good. But, excessive stress can affect the way a child thinks, acts, and feels. Children learn how to respond to stress as they grow and develop. Many stressful events that an adult can manage will cause stress in a child. As a result, even small changes can impact a child’s feelings of safety and security. Pain, injury, illness, and other changes are stressors for children. Here are some facts: Stress causes…

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Sexual Abuse in Children – risk factors and how to detect it

Elma Kyei

Child sexual abuse has become a major issue of public interest worldwide. It can  take place in a variety of settings. Many of the cases of sexual abuse in children usually occurs in the homes of the children.  Furthermore, it can also take place in schools, or work, where child labor is common. Most noteworthy, child marriage is known as one of the main forms of child sexual abuse. There are other different types of child sexual abuse and a few include: Engaging in sexual activities with a child. Indecent…

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