Updated Articles About Baby Health

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Common Side Effects of Vaccines (& What to Do)

Updated in 12-07-2022

Fever, headache, swelling or localized redness are among the most common side effects of getting a vaccine, like the flu shot or COVID-19. Learn about the most common side effects of vaccination and what you can do to relieve them.

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Baby Gender Predictor: 11 Fun & Popular Methods to Try

Updated in 10-07-2022

The baby’s gender can be confirmed through a blood test or through an ultrasound after 20 weeks, however there are also some fun and popular ways to predict the gender based on old wives’ tales. Some include looking the mother’s belly, cravings and face shape. Check out our list of fun ways to predict baby sex .

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How to Help a Congested Baby: Home Remedies & Causes

Updated in 09-06-2022

A stuffy nose in a congested baby is usually not significant or serious, but it can cause discomfort. It should be treated, especially if it is interrupting sleep and eating. Learn how to get rid of a stuffy nose and read about what can cause congestion in babies.

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Height Calculator: How Tall Will Your Child Be?

Updated in 07-19-2022

Many parents are curious to know how tall their child will be by adulthood. This can actually be estimated using a height calculator, which takes the child’s sex and the parents’ height into account. Enter your data into our calculator to predict your child’s height.

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Newborn Eye Discharge: Causes & How to Clean Eyes

Updated in 07-19-2022

Newborn eye discharge that is yellow, thick and secreted in high quantities may be a sign of a cold, flu or conjunctivitis. Learn about what can cause newborn eye discharge and how to clean a baby’s eyes.

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How to Treat a Baby Cough: Home Remedies & Medication

Updated in 05-25-2022

To relieve a baby cough, you can offer fluids to the baby as age-appropriate to relieve throat irritation. Coughs from a cold or flu may require treatment with medication, like antibiotics. Learn about home remedies and pharmacy medications that can be used to treat a baby cough .

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Roseola: What Is It, Symptoms & Treatment Options

Updated in 03-16-2022

Roseola, also known as roseola infantum, is a contagious disease that mainly affects babies and children. It causes symptoms such as fever, decreased appetite and irritability, which are then followed by a red rash. Learn more about if it affects adults and how it is treated.

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Baby Fever: What It Is, Common Causes & How to Treat

Updated in 02-09-2022

A baby is considered be febrile when body temperature passes 37.5ºC or 99.5ºF. To lower a fever naturally, you should remove excess clothing, bathe them in lukewarm water and place cold towels on their forehead. Learn more about the causes of fever in babies & when to go to see a doctor.