Question 1

I'm concerned about my 2-year-old daughter who weighs about 12 kg. Shes been having constipation and after visiting the doctor, we were advised to give her 7.5 ml of Smuth Syrup every night. Is this dosage appropriate for a child her age? I'm a bit worried and just want to make sure its safe for her.

Accepted Answer

consult a pediatrician before starting laxative syrups for small child

Question 2

My baby is 64 days old and sleeps through the night from 11 pm to 6 am without waking for feeds. His last feed is around 10:30 pm. During the day, he feeds on demand and stays active with good urine output, though he poops every alternate day. We're doing mixed feeding mostly pumped milk with formula only when needed. He had a lip and tongue tie release surgery 10 days ago and takes about 7-9 feeds per day. Should I wake him at night to feed or is it okay to let him sleep since he's gaining well and active during the day

Accepted Answer

let him sleep

Question 3

My 3-year-old has been complaining about stomach pain for the past 30 minutes, pointing to their stomach. I tried giving them Pudin Hara, but it hasn't helped. They've never had this kind of pain before. For lunch, they ate dal made from raw gram. Could you advise on what I should do right away?

Accepted Answer

Additional Tips:*

1. Stay hydrated with fluids (oral rehydration solutions, coconut water, or electrolyte-rich beverages)
2. Eat small, frequent meals
3. Avoid solid foods if experiencing nausea or vomiting
4. Rest and manage stres Fever-Fighting Foods:*

1. Citrus fruits (e.g., oranges, grapefruits)
2. Herbal teas (e.g., ginger, peppermint)
3. Chicken soup
4. Garlic
5. Ginger

I'm trying to make sure I'm cleaning my 5-month-old grandson's ears correctly, especially after his baths. I want to ensure I'm removing any wax safely. What's the best way to do this?

To clean a 5-month-old baby's ears, you can use a soft, clean washcloth or cotton ball dampened with warm water

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My 3-year-old has been complaining about stomach pain for the past 30 minutes, pointing to their stomach. I tried giving them Pudin Hara, but it hasn't helped. They've never had this kind of pain before. For lunch, they ate dal made from raw gram. Could you advise on what I should do right away?

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