Advice:Top 5 Baby Ailments & How to Handle Them

(this picture was taken when baby yo had a fever after his vaccination, yet he is still happy!)

This is the scariest part of being a mom, I always pray for good health for my family, specially for my one and only baby. Luckily he only had suffered minor ailments that could be treated easily. Though being ill is common for babies, we should always know how to relieve them and treat some of the symptoms before it gets full blown.

1. Constipation & Diarrhoea:

• If constipated get her some exercise by moving her legs in a circular motion as if he is pedalling towards his tummy. Give his belly a massage, gently but firmly specially below the navel. 
• Cut down on foods that may trigger both constipation/ diarrhoea. 
• Apply aloe vera gel near the opening of his anus to relieve soreness
• Call your doctor immediately for advice

2. Congestion (Cough & Cold):

• Make sure baby gets plenty of rest and liquids
• Use saline spray and suction
• Try to use a soft wipe for the nose to reduce irriation
• Moisten the air
• Try letting him sleep where his head is more elevated
• Rub his chest with Soothing balm

3. Rashes

• Make sure you change your baby's diaper as often as possible if he has a diaper rash
• Apply some healing ointments for the affected areas
• Try using a prickly heat powder
• Always keep it dry
• Use barrier ointment if the area is always prone to rashes e.g. diaper area, neck, folds of skin
• Do not wear tight clothing

4. Ear Infections

• Keep your baby up to date with his vaccinations
• Keep your baby away from tobacco smoke at all times
• Keep ear clean at all times
• Prevent water from entering baby's ear

5. Vomitting

• Do not wait till baby is dehydrated, offer as much fluids as you can
• Slowly re-introduce solids 
• Burp him often
• Do not be too active on him after his meals

What other ailments scares you? Do you have better ways in handling these ailments? Let me know!

Disclaimer: Always seek medical help if your are unsure of your baby's situation, These are just my opinions and suggestions based on previous experiences and research.