Fussy baby? Is it a hair tourniquet?
In young infants, a fallen hair (or a thread) can get tangled around a finger, a toe, or genitals and constrict the flow of blood. We see this most often in infants under 6 months, but it can be seen in toddlers and older children (in this case, it is usually the result of them intentionally winding something around the area or, unfortunately, because of child abuse).
Should you give your child meds before shots?
It is fine to treat your child with medication if they seem like they are uncomfortable, or have a fever or pain. But wait and see how they do. And if you can, hold off on giving it until at least 4 hours after the dose.
Vaccinating our littles: my thoughts
Both vaccines are effective, and the FDA and CDC/ACIP voted unanimously that the benefits of vaccination outweighed any concerns or risks for children 6 months and up.
The “Tooth” about Teething
If you look on Google, it seems like everything can be a symptom of teething, which makes things super confusing for a parent who is dealing with sleep changes or new fussiness. The truth is that teething gets unfairly blamed for many routine infant behaviors.
How to tell if your child is dehydrated
Dehydration is a math problem. Dehydration can happen because of illness, over-exertion, or the environment.