Croup is an acute infection of the upper respiratory tract most commonly affecting infants and children. It is an infection caused by a virus which affects the windpipe (larynx), throat (trachea) and bronchi. This condition causes a barking cough, difficult and noisy respiration, spasms, fever, hoarseness and a feeling of suffocation. Croup is almost always […]
DIET TIPS FOR IMPROVING BREAST MILK SUPPLY The most important thing to remember is making sure you are adequately hydrated (2-3 litres of water/ day) and to reduce or eliminate diuretics such as sugar, coffee, tea, chocolate and alcohol which dry up milk Milk production burns 500 calories/ day so ensuring that you are eating […]
Colic is severe abdominal pain (intestinal cramps) generally caused by obstruction or irritation of the intestines or gall bladder, gas production or constipation. Infantile colic, characterized by frequent crying episodes lasting three or more hours, gas and abdominal pain, usually starts within one month of birth. The baby may not show any other symptoms of ill health […]
It is helpful to get a full blood profile (which includes iron levels and thyroid function) and a salivary test to diagnose hormonal imbalances. A naturopathic consultation can also help find any nutritional deficiencies you may be unaware of, educate you in your lifestyle choices and prepare you for pregnancy. Please also keep in mind that […]
Introducing food groups into your childs diet is best done slowly, begin with good quality foods seperately and go slowly to build up the variety of foods. It is best to wait for at least five days between each food type. You might want to begin with pumpkin, banana or paw paw and then after […]
GESTATIONAL DIABETES Gestational diabetes is a complication many women experience during pregnancy due to hormonal changes influencing digestion and pancreatic function (a decrease in the amount of insulin produced). This carbohydrate intolerance’ usually occurs in the later stages of pregnancy and generally resolves itself after the delivery of the baby, however, in the meantime can be […]
Mastitis is the blockage of one or more of the glands which produce the milk. It is generally caused by inflammation of the mammary gland ducts. The milk flow is lessened and the breast may become engorged with breast milk. This can be a frustrating complaint for new mothers and it requires special attention and […]
Bedwetting (also called nocturnal enuresis) is a complex condition that can often be a source of worry for parents and children, creating extra stress for those involved. For parents, the main concern is often the emotional and social effects on their children. For the children, they can experience feelings of embarrassment, leading to low self-esteem […]