Most parents consider their children to be their greatest treasure. They are the foundation of the family and fill it with hope and energy. The quality of the care you provide each day and the preventative measures you take can help maintain your children’s health.
Health-promoting steps you can take as a parent include giving infants vitamin D, getting them vaccinated, stimulating their development and ensuring you have a first aid kit on hand in case of minor accidents. Discover how you can have a positive impact on your child’s health each day.
If you plan on breastfeeding your newborn, healthcare professionals will tell you that it is important to give them a daily dose of vitamin D from the time you give birth.
A key contributor to the healthy development of bones and teeth, vitamin D is not present in adequate amounts in breast milk. That’s why, contrary to babies fed with enriched formula, it is essential to give your baby a vitamin D supplement.
Without a doubt, vaccination ranks at the top of the list of recommendations for new parents. Vaccinating your child will allow them to build their immune system. It is an effective preventative measure against many childhood diseases.
Certain myths persist about vaccination. If you have any questions, be sure to speak with your healthcare professional, who'll provide you with informed answers to all your questions regarding vaccination.
An accident can happen in the blink of an eye, so it's best to be prepared. Having a first aid kit on hand is always a good idea, so you can react calmly and quickly when your little one has a mishap. You can personalize your kit with items to meet the specific needs of your family, such as an epinephrine auto-injector or rescue inhaler, in addition to emergency contact numbers. If you think you may have forgotten something, your pharmacist is available to help you ensure it is complete!
In addition to providing the necessary care for your child’s physical well-being, you need to encourage their overall development; enjoying activities as a family during spring break is a great way to achieve this.
Sick and unable to entertain the kids? Not a problem! Pick a game you can play with them even if you’re feeling under the weather. To maintain your own physical and mental health as a parent, be sure to set aside and foster moments of me-time each day.
Parents often instinctively know what is right for their child. Nevertheless, it is always reassuring to get sound advice from professionals such as healthcare workers. Remember that your pharmacist is there for you each day to help you be the best parent possible.
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