It seems midwives are becoming an increasingly popular alternative for pregnant women looking to have a more personal experience during childbirth. Indeed, certified midwives can offer a huge amount of support during pregnancy, as...

Whooping cough disease, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection, which manifests itself in the form of a mild disease in adults, but can be deadly in young babies. In the...

What is Meningitis? Meningitis (also known as meningococcal disease) is usually caused by a viral infection, though in some cases a bacterial or fungal infection may be the cause of meningitis. Common bacteria and viruses...

Bronchitis it the most common cause of chronic cough in children. Bronchitis can pose a serious risk to a child�s health. In fact, bronchitis in children is very common, as it is in infants and the elderly, because...

One of the most difficult parts of raising a child is caring for them when they are sick. Children are highly susceptible to many types of viral and bacterial infections and, undoubtedly, you and...

Like ear infections, pink eye, and the common cold, skin rashes are an ordinary part of growing up. In particular, babies and young toddlers often suffer from unpleasant skin irritations that can lead to some serious scratching....

Have you been noticing a red rash on your baby’s bottom lately? Does this rash get worse if his diaper hasn’t been changed in a little while? Well, these symptoms could indicate that your...

What is Thrush? Thrush is a fungal infection caused by the fungus Candida albicans. Thrush appears in your baby's mouth and forms white patches on the roof, sides and sometimes even the tongue. It resembles...