Cow’s Milk Anaemia: The Hidden Cause of Iron Deficiency in Toddlers
Have you heard of cow’s milk anaemia? Most parents haven’t. Yet one of the most common causes of iron deficiency in toddlers is something many families keep in the fridge every day: cow’s milk. Before we blame dairy altogether, it’s important to understand that cow’s milk is not unhealthy. It provides important nutrients such as calcium, protein and vitamins that support growing children. The problem arises when young children drink too much of it. What Is Cow’s Milk Anaemia?
Jun 114 min read
Starting Solids, Rashes and Food Allergies
Image by Kaz Hush You have finally worked up the courage to offer your baby strawberries. They squash them. Throw them. Rub them through their hair. Then ten minutes later you notice a red rash around their mouth. Suddenly your brain jumps straight to: "Have they got a food allergy?" If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. As a Paediatric Nurse Consultant, one of the most common concerns I hear from parents during the starting solids journey is about rashes after food. The
Jun 114 min read
Preparing Your Child for Surgery
A Parent’s Guide to Paediatric Surgery, Anaesthetics & Recovery Hearing that your child needs surgery can feel incredibly overwhelming. Whether it’s a planned procedure or something more unexpected, many parents experience fear, anxiety and uncertainty leading up to the big day. Questions like: Will they be scared? What if they don’t cope? How do I prepare them? What should I expect after surgery? are ALL ABSOLUTELY completely normal. At The Sick Sense we believe that helping
May 275 min read
