Tiny Hands, Big Bites: A Complete Guide to Baby-Led Weaning (BLW)
At six months, when babies begin exploring, they also embark on an important developmental milestone—starting the weaning process. This transition, from breast milk or formula to solid foods is not just about changing diets, but also a key period for babies to develop autonomy and self-expression. It significantly impacts their oral development, chewing ability, and […]
Essential Guide to Solid Foods for Baby’s Growth
1. Introducing Baby to Solid Foods Breast milk is the most natural and essential source of nutrition for babies, so it is recommended to exclusively breastfeed newborns. The World Health Organization advises introducing solid foods only after 6 months, primarily due to concerns about hygiene in developing countries where contaminated foods may pose health risks. […]
Soothe the Scratch! Easing Your Child’s Atopic Dermatitis
1. What Is Atopic Dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis is a common chronic and recurrent skin condition that often appears in early childhood and is frequently associated with other allergic conditions, such as allergic rhinitis and asthma. Of these, atopic dermatitis typically surfaces first, primarily affecting infants and young children. Globally, around 20% of children are affected, […]
Managing Your Child’s Fever: Simple Tips from a Pediatrician
A fever occurs when the body temperature rises above the normal range. It is the body’s natural defense mechanism against infections like viruses or bacteria.
How Much Sleep Does Your Baby Actually Need?
Top Tips for Understanding Your Baby’s Unique Sleep Needs By Claire Fair, the Gentle Sleep Coach As a gentle sleep coach for babies, I’ve seen countless parents struggle with baby sleep advice that doesn’t seem to fit their child. From pregnancy onwards, parents are bombarded with advice around sleep routines focused on what I consider […]
Understanding and Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Professor Chih-Chien Wang, Department of Pediatrics, Tri-Service General Hospital（Taiwan） What is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is defined as the sudden death of an infant under one year of age that unexplained even after a thorough post-mortem examination, review of the infant’s medical […]
A Must-Read for New Parents: Issues with Baby Spitting Up and Vomiting
Professor Chih-Chien Wang, Department of Pediatrics, Tri-Service General Hospital（Taiwan） Preface Lilian’s baby is just one week old, and after each feeding, the baby often spits up a little milk and sometimes even chokes on it. Concerned, she took the baby to the clinic to consult a pediatrician. Lilian wanted to ensure she hadn’t overlooked any […]
Baby Sleep Guide: Solutions to Four Major Infant and Toddler Sleep Issues
Professor Chih-Chien Wang, Department of Pediatrics, Tri-Service General Hospital（Taiwan） Preface Isabel, a new mom, has been experiencing sleepless nights since her baby was born two weeks ago. Her baby cries and stays awake at night, while sleeping during the day, leaving Isabel unable to get proper rest at night. The mental strain, coupled with physical […]
Decrypting Childhood Asthma: From Causes to Prevention, Insights into Infant and Child Health
Preventing Asthma Attacks: Key Aspects of Family Environment and Lifestyle Professor Chih-Chien Wang, Department of Pediatrics, Tri-Service General Hospital（Taiwan） Preface Four-year-old Jiawei was enrolled in a daycare center at just a few months old due to both his parents working full-time. Soon after enrollment, he began falling ill frequently. Even after starting kindergarten, while his […]
Dealing with Night Wakings in the Warmer Months
Getting the room temperature and dress code right for your little one in the warmer months can be incredibly tricky, yet important not only for your little one’s sleep quality but also for their sleep safety. In order to reduce and manage night wakings in warmer weather, we need to understand why they happen. Some […]