Meconium 101: Decoding Newborn Baby Poop

Meconium 101: Decoding Newborn Baby Poop

Babies are full of surprises, and their poop is no exception! In the early days of a newborn’s life, parents are introduced to a special kind of poop known as meconium. Brace yourselves, because this dark, sticky substance is about to shed some light on the...
What are School Sores (Impetigo)?

What are School Sores (Impetigo)?

School Sores are Frustrating, But Treatable!   While the name might remind you of playground shenanigans, this common skin condition is no laughing matter. But fear not, here are my top tips to beat this itchy and annoying ailment.   Who Gets Impetigo:...
What is Perioral Dermatitis?

What is Perioral Dermatitis?

Perioral dermatitis refers to a a common inflammatory skin rash around your child’s mouth. It can vary in cause, severity and the need for treatment but let me explain more. Perioral Contact Dermatitis The mildest form is a transient perioral contact dermatitis...
The PURPLE.

The PURPLE.

The PURPLE. (period) is a really helpful term for that period of time when young babies seem to be very unsettled, crying a lot but are otherwise absolutely healthy. I think it’s a better term than ‘colicky’ because it describes what to expect....
How to use Sunscreen for Babies & Children

How to use Sunscreen for Babies & Children

Sunscreen is a very powerful way to protect our children from the damaging effects of the sun’s UV rays. But we want to make sure we’re doing it right and certainly not causing any harm! It can be very confusing knowing what to do. Here’s my easy...
Eczema – A Holistic Approach

Eczema – A Holistic Approach

Having eczema can be so distressing for children. It’s itchy, can get infected and even cause long term scarring. Sadly it’s difficult to prevent and to treat with no real cure being known. We know that children with eczema usually have a genetic...