Breastfeeding is one of life’s special gifts. According to UNICEF, when breastfeeding is initiated within the first hour of birth, provided exclusively for six months, and continued up to two years or beyond with the provision of safe and appropriate complementary
Vaccines protect your child from serious diseases by teaching the immune system to watch for harmful bacteria and viruses and to react quickly. Parents must keep track of their babies' immunization schedule to ensure they get the right vaccine at the
Before their second birthday, babies may undergo up to 20 vaccinations, essential for shielding them from once-common, severe diseases. This is a lot and for many new parents, the distress of watching their baby receive immunisation shots can be overwhelming. Here
Baby vaccinations are never fun but they're necessary for their long-term wellbeing. Between birth and your child’s second birthday, they would have received more than 20 injections and oral drops. These vaccines help strengthen their immune system to ward off life-threatening
April is International Caesarean Awareness Month, so it's the perfect time to learn about C-sections in Nigeria. Did you know that in Nigeria, about 3% of births occur through C-sections? Lately, more mothers are choosing elective caesarean sections so it's crucial
Hold onto your baby booties, folks, because at Avon HMO, we're diving headfirst into the fifth edition of our heart-melting #AvonBaby2023 contest! Brace yourselves for a celebration of epic proportions, as we embark on a quest for the most captivating 'owambe'
Your core muscles go through a lot during pregnancy and caesarean birth. Here, are a few exercises to help strengthen your core during your c-section recovery phase. 1. Go on walks A C-section cuts through some of your stomach muscles, resulting
When we talk about the role of fathers in the breastfeeding process, the response we often get is, “But we don’t have breasts so what are we going to do?” “What exactly does ‘nursing fathers’ mean?” We get it, mothers bear
In an earlier article, we discussed what cereals are safe for babies. This led to a lot of parents asking what age is safe for their babies to try certain foods. Here's an article on how to switch your baby's diet and
Even though breastfeeding is natural, it doesn't always come naturally. Here are some common breastfeeding problems you should know and suggestions on how to deal with them. 1. Cracked nipples This can be because your baby has improper positioning and latch.
