Caring for baby’s umbilical cord after birth is simpler than it might seem, you might forgotten some steps involved from your antenatal classes and that’s why this article is here to remind you. Don’t Panic…     First, what is an umbilical cord? The umbilical cord is the tube-like structure connected to the mother through the

A lot of people hear food poisoning and think someone somewhere is after them, “Village People”. Food poisoning is basically a food-borne illness resulting from eating a portion of contaminated food. There is no day that gets by without a lot of people getting sick from contaminated food. Common causes include bacteria and viruses. Less often, the

Health experts believe breast milk is the best nutritional choice for infants. However breastfeeding may not be possible for all women. For many, the decision to either breastfeed or formula feed is based on their comfort level, lifestyle, and specific medical situations. For moms who can’t breastfeed or who decide not to, infant formula is

What is diabetes? Diabetes happens when your body isn’t able to take up sugar (glucose) into its cells and use it for energy. This results in a build up of extra sugar in your bloodstream. Poorly controlled diabetes can lead to serious consequences, causing damage to a wide range of your body’s organs and tissues