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Tongue-tie, also called ankyloglossia is common, affecting nearly 5% of all newborns. However, it is three times more common among baby boys. It can affect both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding in babies. Read on to find out exactly what it is, signs and symptoms of tongue tie and possible treatments.
Colic occurs when a healthy baby screams for an extended period of time for no apparent reason. It is particularly prevalent in the first 6 weeks of life. It normally goes away on its own by the age of three to four months. It is possible that one in every four newborn babies has it. Although there is no known cause for colic, there are several breastfeeding-related conditions that may play a role in the symptoms.
At babocush, we have pulled together a guide on what causes colic in babies, along with tips for getting through the first few months.
It’s very common for babies to spit up after feeding. This is known as gastroesophageal reflux or GER. However, if your baby frequently vomits and experiences discomfort and difficulty feeding or weight loss then these symptoms may be caused by a more serious condition called GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
So you’ve finally made it through the triumphant journey of pregnancy and long hours of labor and you’re officially a mom. Congratulations! Now comes the transition from pregnancy to postpartum which brings some new physical and mental challenges. In this blog you’ll find everything you need to know about your postpartum body and recovery from childbirth.
When we think of tongue tie, we often think of a nervous speaker stumbling over their words, or mixing up our words during a conversation. However, many people don’t realise that tongue tie is a medical condition found in some babies, also known in medical terminology as ankyloglossia. From how common it is, to the implications for your child, here’s everything you need to know about tongue tie in babies.
