“I know fish is healthy to eat during pregnancy and breastfeeding in order to get omega-3 fats, but I heard that fish is contaminated with mercury, and that this can harm the baby. What should I do?” What is the worry about mercury and fish? Recently the FDA revealed that shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, […]
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Dry Scalp or Cradle Cap?
“My son is 5 months old and has severe recurring cradle cap. I use mustela foam bath shampoo and tried all the other remedies like cortisone cream, olive oil etc. but it didn’t work. Please help!!!” Here is some great information on cradle cap, which is similar to “dandruff” in older children: In infants with […]
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Dry Scalp
“I bought a cradle cap shampoo today and then washed my almost 4-month-old daughter’s hair that night, when I dried her hair I didn’t put any oil on her scalp, normally I put Vaseline and baby oil mixed together which was recommended by my midwife, I am a west Indian women, would this increase the […]
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Drug Recall: Phenylpropanolamine
“I have received the e-mail listed below several times from family and friends. Have you heard anything about this major Drug Recall? All drugs containing PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE All drugs containing PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE are being recalled.” Yes, this drug recall actually happened in 2003, but this e-mail warning is still floating around. PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE (PPA) a decongestant, has been […]
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Does My Toddler Need Cow’s Milk?
“Hi, Matthew was one-year-old on January 15th and is still breastfeeding. He eats a wide variety of solid foods… although in smaller quantities lately. My question is do I have to give him cow’s milk ever? I gave up dairy because he was a very colicky and high need newborn. I tried introducing yogurt-he spit […]
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Does My Breastfeeding 8-M-O Need Solids?
“My eight-month-old still does not seem interested in solids. I am breastfeeding, and he is gaining weight well. I am worried that my breast milk is not enough for him. Does he need the solid foods for complete nutrition at this age?” I encounter this situation frequently in my office. Many parents have the misconception […]
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Does Breastfeeding While Lying Down Cause Ear Infections?
“After 10-11 months of nothing worse than a cold, my one-year-old daughter has had constant ear infections. I know that giving a child a bottle while lying down can contribute to ear infections, but what about breastfeeding while lying down? We have recently started co-sleeping full time to allow me to get more sleep, so […]
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Does Breastfeeding Infant Need Extra Vitamins?
“I have a 4-month-old boy, who is exclusively breastfed and growing perfectly. At his 4-month visit to the pediatrician, the doctor told me to start him on a vitamin supplement (Tri Vi Sol), since he’s breastfeeding. I thought the best thing I could do for him was to breastfeed? I don’t understand why I need […]
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DHA in Baby’s Formula?
“I am formula-feeding my baby. I have heard that formula companies are planning to add DHA and ARA (two essential fats) to formula next year. I have read how important these fats are for my baby’s brain development. How can I add these fats to his formula now?” DHA is probably the most important fat […]
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Is Deli Meat Healthy?
“My 13-month-old son loves to eat deli sliced turkey and ham. I’ve been getting the packaged kind of deli meats, but I’m nervous that these are packaged with harmful preservatives, chemicals, etc. Is it safe to feed my child these deli meats?” Certain deli meats are better than others. I personally stay away from the […]
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Daddy is Favorite
“I’m looking for information on how to handle a young toddler’s (14 months) need of having Daddy all to herself. This particular child spends all day with Mom, and when Daddy comes home, she won’t leave his side. She gets angry if Mom and Dad try to spend time together. She sleeps with Dad and […]
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Cooking with Omega-3 Oils
“I’ve read your section about oils; however, you don’t mention anything about cooking using omega 3 marine oils. I’m wondering if omega oil can be used in the cooking process and if so, do you know what the smoke point of fish oil would be.” Omega-3 oils play an important role in keeping us healthy. […]
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