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Should i go to the hospital or wait bc idk if im constipated and don’t want to waist my time

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How much sick is too much

My little man had his jabs on Thursday he was absolutely fine yesterday and the day off the jabs but this morning he’s been none stop sick 😞 I’m worried that he’s gonna be hungry/dehydrated and not gaining weight if he continues like this. We’ve only just been signed off for weigh reviews on him as they were…

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advice needed!

bloated and constipated mum over here i don’t know how to relieve these symptoms any help will be appreciated thank you!

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Poop

Hey, baby girl is 3 days old and has had plenty poops, tonight she’s had a runny one compared to the black tar like poos. Is this normal? Does this mean poos are going to the next stage? FTM and after advice

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Advice

My 7 week old has had a rough cough for a week now, and there are no other symptoms. But tonight, after he got into a coughing fit, he pretty much projectile vomited his milk up. Has anyone else had this? Is this a cause for concern because im panicking he really did gag his whole bottle up :(

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Newborn drug screening

I don’t smoke marijuana personally, but live with someone who does. How likely would it be that marijuana would show up in my system and does women and infants test for it or no? (I live in Rhode Island so anyone who’s delivered here who has knowledge would be super helpful)

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2 year review

Has anyone recieved the 2yr questionnaire yet? Or have the 2yr old visit booked in with the HV? My LB is 2 on 22nd and I've not heard or recieved anything?

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Bath

Im bit over 3 weeks post C-section, when can I have a bath? I know it’s not recommended initially.

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Gassy baby

Anyone else’s baby an absolute fart and shart machine? I’ve never heard a baby make so much noise and still isn’t failing to crack me up every time 💩 💨 🤣

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Burnt out

My 1 month old is currently colicky, and it is the most exhausting thing 😔. He's fussy and irritable for 2-3 hours basically every other night. No matter how much soothing we do, he doesn't calm down until about 3am. The pediatrician said colic can last 3-4 months of age and I'm certainly not prepared for that.…

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Baby weaning, constipation

My LO has been weaning for a week and seems to be constipated - no dirty nappies and constantly straining. I'm offering her water with her meals but not sure what else to do..any advice??

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Baby dehydrated?

My baby is not peeing anymore ? Sometimes has empty clean diapers after being in it for 2hrs. Shes 3 months & EBF. She still eating the same

Incognito
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Purées/Solids

Are you feeding your baby purées or BLW 3 times per day? my son is constantly getting constipated on and off while introducing solids. I’ve limited the consumption of bananas, but not sure if i should wein him off of solids/puree until the constipation is resolved. Also when do you transition to all BLW and 0 puree!??

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6 Month Old Solid Poop

My baby is about to be 6 months next Monday. The doctor recommend she starts solids starting at her 4 month appts. So we have tried purées and rice cereal. But her poops seem to be solid and she screams in pain when she goes to the bathroom. Is this constipation?

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Aptamil vs Kendamil

Just wondering what everyone’s experiences are with Aptamil or Kendamil- has anyone found one better than the other? Baby is 9 weeks and been on Aptamil since birth- seems to have always had a bit of milk reflux but got worse recently and wondering whether it’s worth trying Kendamil or not…

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Newborn drug screen

I don’t smoke marijuana personally, but live with someone who does. How likely would it be that marijuana would show up in my system and does women and infants test for it or no?

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