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Allergies and your baby
By Laura Lee Davies on 16/09/2008 02:07:00
What should you look out for and what are the most likely allergies?
Whilst those parents with serious (potentially life-threatening) allergies may well already be on their guard for allergies in their babies, there are a few starter points to look out for.Signs of allergic reactionThe most likely allergic reactions your baby will have include som...
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Is there no cure for morning sickness?
By Kimberley Smith on 08/09/2010 12:14:41
Drugs, scents, ginger and old wives tales not guaranteed to remedy pregnancy nausea and morning sickness, say scientists
from fizzy drinks and ginger to vitamin B6, antihistamines or prescribed antenatal drugs. However, this new survey suggests that no treatment can be relied upon to cure morning sickness.“A number of the studies we looked at appeared to show benefits
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Pregnant women 'should be given drugs to beat morning sickness'
By Susan Verity on 18/04/2011 13:30:01
As cases of morning sickness reported to hospitals treble, medical experts say pregnant women are being denied effective drugs
."Occasionally antihistamines are prescribed but mostly women in the UK suffering from morning sickness are recommended to look at their diet. Certain aromas are also supposed to help.In Canada and the US women receive prescribed drugs to ease their morning sickness.
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Hayfever in pregnancy
By Laura Lee Davies on 12/05/2010 01:42:23
The hayfever season starts in the spring. So what are the alternatives to medication, if the pollen gets to you?
- Snacking on refreshing bites like cucumber and celery can help keep your feeling fresh. Strawberries are believed to have antihistamine properties and can be a good thing to nibble on through the day.For more about hay fever, check out the Pollen UK website
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Cough Medicines for Babies and Children
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/03/2009 02:21:20
New research suggests some infant medicines aren't effective, but which ones are still reliable if your child has a cough or a cold?
and xylometazoline), antihistamines (diphenhydramine, chlorphenamine bromopheniramine, promethazine, triprolidine and doxylamine), antitussives (dextromethorphan and pholcodine), and expectorants (guaifenesin and ipecacuanha).The Medicines and Healthcare products
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Stocking your first-aid kit
By Maria Muennich on 18/09/2007 07:18:48
Essentials for your family's first-aid kit, useful products and helpful tips
on tea tree or lavendar. Antihistamine tablets to treat mild allergic reactions. If you know your child has a severe allergy then make sure you have back-up supplies of the appropriate treatment. Painkillers - infant paracetemol is used as a painkiller
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