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10 Month Old Sick
Asked by B.S. from Los Angeles
on May 6, 2009
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My ten month old daughter has a cough, runny nose and very low grade fever 99-100. She is also teething. Her cough got much worse yesterday and my problem is that sh...
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- You've got some good advice already so I want to look at what you said "so tired of illness". Let's take a look at what they are dealing with and see if it is food all...
- Are you breastfeeding? if so, keep it up. If not, switch to soy. and avoid all dairy. My baby was the same way. She would get sick a lot because big sister brought ...
- Hi B., I would start with a good vitamin. Shaklee has a powdered chilren's vitamin that has 23 essential vitamins/minerals and a prebiotic which helps to make benef...
Easy Finger Foods for a Gagging 10 Month Old?
Asked by A.M. from Seattle
on July 16, 2008
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My daughter loves the idea of feeding herself, but she has a major gag reflex and seems to gag and choke on almost anything that isn't pureed. She can do the rice Mum...
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- I don't know what you have tried...but here are some suggestions of soft finger foods that my son (who had no gag reflex and a lot of teeth really early) enjoyed! We ...
- My son loved to feed himself too, but didn't have the teeth to chew solid food. What he learned how to do was use those little rubber spoons. That satisfied his very a...
- Soft baby cooked baby green peas. That was my daughters first finger food. She loved them. Especially since their fresh in the markets now and you can cook them your s...
1-1/2 Year Old Who Only Eats Pureed Food
Asked by R. from Spartanburg
on October 16, 2007
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Hi, my 1-1/2 year old daughter has always had a very sensitive gag reflex. We didn't know how sensitive until after 6 months, she started to refuse anything that was ...
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- I agree with Roxanne to a certain degree. As long as your child is eating and growing well, I wouldn't worry to much about things. If you are very concerned about it...
- Hi my name is T. and my son has some of the same issues however since my son has been in occupational therpy he can tolerate more foods and textures. they are traind i...
- i'm sorry but none of my children had that problem. i hope all turns out well with her check up.
My 11 Month Old Can't Keep Her Medicine Down
Asked by N.C. from Los Angeles
on February 21, 2009
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Hi moms! My 11 month old daughter has a very sensitive gag reflex and throws up very easily. She has been sick all week and was just given antibiotics. Every time we ...
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- Hi N. My daughter is almost 2 now, and she has had the same problem that your discribed since she was 3 months old. Everytime she gets sick I just wish that she wo...
- Some antibiotics can be given via a shot. Check with your pediatrician. Bummer, I know, but at least you know she is getting it.
- They do have different flavors available at most pharmacies. Just ask, though it will cost like $2-3. Have you tried to give it to her in a different method, like sp...
Problems with Solid Food
Asked by J.H. from Detroit
on July 21, 2009
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Hi!
I started feeding my almost 7 month old son solids when he was almost 6 months old. I waited until the signs were there; sitting up, good head and neck control, ...
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- Hi J. - how's your little one doing with other foods - you didn't mention that. How about introducing some mashed banana mixed with the cereal, some apple sauce, cooke...
- He's probably not ready...6 months is still too early IMO. He is telling you with his actions (refusing to open his mouth, more interested in the spoon and bowl) that...
- Try an orange veggie they tend to be a little sweeter. I know that sweet potato and carrots are roots and you need to wait for a certain age before giving them IF YOU ...
How to Get My 11 Month Old on Solids...
Asked by K.B. from Grand Rapids
on October 8, 2007
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Hello! So my 11 month old has no interest in eating solids and I'm not sure what to do. I don't know if this would have anything to do with it or not, but he's never...
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- Hi K. I'm not trying to jump the gun here, but he sounds like he is orally defensive. Does he resist brushing his teeth? You said he doesn't even mouth his toys. I ...
- Hi K., I know food issues with your children can be challenging. These tips might help: *Try making your own baby food, it has alot more flavor, and it is much e...
- hey there K.. Alls i can really tell you is to keep trying to see what u can do. Does he like and vegs or anything? if he does then get him to eat them out the jar a...
Overactive Gag Reflex at 10 Months
Asked by T.Z. from Chicago
on February 20, 2009
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Hi Moms,
My sweet 10 month old girl is very healthy and does a great job eating but we have not made a lot of progress since her 9 month checkup when her doctor told ...
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- Did the doctor say that she is underweight or malnourished? It sounds like her little body is doing what her little body is supposed to. Believe me she will not miss o...
- Unfortunately we ahve a lot of experience in this. My first suggestion is to get early intervention in there and get a feeding therapist. They will help desensitis...
- my 10-monther JUST started to like food too (nursing her for nutrition, getting food for extra fun). Try different textures. I let my girl play with the spoons, swapp...
Bad Breath
Asked by M.M. from Topeka
on July 8, 2008
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I have a 2 1/2 year old with bad breath. We brush her teeth/tongue twice a day and it still doesn't help. Her teeth look good so I'm sure there's no cavity or anything...
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- All I know is that children don't get bad breath unless there is something wrong it could be an underlying medical condition,as most responses pointed to allergies and...
- Hi M., In adults bad breath can be a sign of a toxic digestive system. I know it sounds scary, but we all have toxins in our bodies, some more than others. In adults ...
- Most Dentist recommend being seen by the time they are 3 so I don't think that going ahead and seeing a dentist is a bad idea. If you can, I would go to a Pediatric de...
13 Month Old That Wakes up Every Few Hours
Asked by H.J. from Portland
on July 7, 2009
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My 13 month old daughter is a terrible sleeper. She wakes up every 1-3 hours, every night. At first I thought it was teething, but she got a few teeth and this has c...
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- I have a 13 month old as well that JUST started sleeping throught the night a month ago. He would wake up and want to nurse. Him being my third child and my two olde...
- Make sure she is REALLY full and is not just sipping when she eats. Make sure all her nap times and sleep times are at the same time every day. I've never heard of bab...
- First, there's no such thing as holding a child too much. There's a ton of research out right now supporting kids being held and sleeping with their parents. Give that...
Gag Reflex and Eating Solids
Asked by L.M. from Dallas
on January 18, 2008
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Ok, so I posted last week about my 8 month old using his middle finger and thumb to pick things up. His pedi said this is unusual, but nothing to worry about or try to...
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- Your child has sensory integration issues. My son had this but I never inquired or found out what to do. He is almost 10 and still will gag when eating vegetables. ...
- It just takes awhile. I bought some puffs for my daughter in hopes of getting her to start self feeding at around 6-8 months (can't remember exactly when since she's ...
- Your child has sensory issues. call Our Childrens House Baylor and get an evaluation! Don't worry , just act on it. Please call them and they can help. The earlier...
