When do they sleep through the night and how do I deal with milk rash? The top Googled questions in Australia about babies answered
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Parents raising a child often worry if they are 'doing the right thing' from feeding schedules to sleep routines and how to deal with sickness.
With one of the the biggest search engines at our fingertips there can be a lot of late-night Googling to find the answer.
Google trends has revealed some of the top questions Australian parents asked about babies in 2018.
Google trends has revealed some of the top questions Australian parents googled about babies in 2018 (stock image)
When can you give babies water?
The Department of Health said in 2012 that breast milk is the only food or drink a baby needs until six months of age.
If a baby is instead formula fed they can 'be offered cooled, boiled water as well as formula'.
They said from six months old babies can have cooled boiled water in a bottle or cup.
Milk rash on babies
Milk rash can sometimes be known as baby or newborn acne and is usually not something to worry about.
According to Health Line it is unclear why it occurs.
Signs of concussion in babies?
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne said that head injuries are broken into three categories - mild, moderate or severe.
They said to call an ambulance immediately if your child's head injury was caused at high speeds or heights bigger than a metre.
They said that you should seek help if your children passes out or if they feel unwell and vomit more than once.
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Cough syrup for babies?
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne has said that cough medicine is not necessarily useful in treating coughs in babies.
It shouldn't be given to anyone under six.
They also advised to research and see a doctor to exclude that the cough is asthma.
What is colic in babies?
Health Direct said that colic is excessive and frequent crying in an otherwise healthy baby.
They said you should see your doctor if you baby appears to be more seriously ill such as they have a weak, high-pitched and continuous cry or vomits green fluid.
The cause of colic is currently unknown.
Health Direct advised that to help calm your baby you should wrap them in a blanket.
When do babies drop to one nap?
The Tresillian Sleep Book have guidelines for when babies are supposed to be napping and for how long.
The book, according to Kidspot, says that between six and nine months old babies should nap two to three times a day.
These naps should total between three and four hours of the day.
When can you give babies water? The Department of Health said in 2012 that breast milk is the only food or drink a baby needs until six months of age (stock image)
While at nine to 18 months they should nap twice a day for no more than three hours in total.
Babies drop down to one nap a day in the afternoon at 18 months old and may keep up this habit until they are three years old.
These naps should be no longer than two hours.
Symptoms of hand, foot and mouth in babies?
This is a viral infection that can cause rash or blisters on your hands, feet and mouth.
Hand, foot and mouth disease mainly affects children under the age of ten and is common caused by the coxsackie virus.
HFMD is spread through the contact of the fluid in the blisters, according to Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne.
Egg allergy in babies?
This is one of the most common allergies in children, however most outgrow it as they reach adolescence.
Symptoms can include cramps, dermatological reactions and vomiting.
If your child has a severe reaction, Better Health Victoria said you should call an ambulance.
They also said you should speak to your doctor about your allergy to set out a plan.
The Tresillian Sleep Book have guidelines for when babies are supposed to be napping and for how long (stock image)
Sleep music for babies?
This search appears to be looking for recommendations on sleep music for children.
Music and a soothing voice can generally help lull children to sleep.
Meningitis in babies?
Meningitis is the inflammation of the protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord, according to the Department of Health.
Symptoms in infants include leg pain, unusual skin colour or convulsions.
When someone is infected with meningitis those around them are also treated due to the severity of the illness.
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- The Tresillian Sleep Book | Tresillian
- Baby sleep patterns: What 'sleeping through the night' actually means - Kidspot
- Kids Health Info : Head injury – general advice
- Colic in babies | healthdirect
- Department of Health | Meningococcal disease: Information for the public
- Kids Health Info : Hand, foot and mouth disease
- Egg allergy - Better Health Channel
- Department of Health | 6. Good drinks for babies and kids
- Baby Acne: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
