03/09/2026
Please, mothers, let’s do better. ❤️
One thing I’ve never really believed in is attributing every unusual thing a baby does to teething.
A baby has a serious cough and catarrh — “it’s teething.”
A baby is vomiting — “it’s teething.”
A baby has boils or unusual rashes all over the body — “it’s teething.”
Baby is restless — “teething.”
Please, let’s be careful. Teething can cause some discomfort, but not every illness or unusual symptom in a child should automatically be blamed on teething. When a child is unwell, please seek proper medical advice instead of assuming it will pass.
I learned a lot from living with a doctor years ago, and later from attending a government hospital where the doctors and nurses took time to educate us during antenatal visits and immunization days. Those experiences taught me not to take my children’s health for granted.
Even when I go to the hospital and the doctor tells me, “It’s nothing serious,” I’m satisfied because I know I have done my part.
Another thing I don’t understand is giving medication to a perfectly well baby “so the baby won’t get sick.” Please, medication should not be given to children unnecessarily, especially just because someone recommended it. If a child is sick, let a qualified health professional advise you on what to give.
And please, let’s be careful with herbal mixtures and home remedies for babies. Not everything our mothers used in the past is automatically safe for children today. We have more access to information now, so let’s learn and make informed decisions.
Even with newborn care, I personally kept things very simple with my three children. I didn’t use baby powder, and I avoided applying unnecessary products or substances on their skin. Normal warm baths, appropriate baby products and keeping them clean and comfortable were enough for us.
I’m not saying I know everything, and I’m not saying every mother must do exactly what I do. I’m only sharing what I have learned and what has worked for my family.
Motherhood comes with a lot of responsibility, and we are constantly learning. ❤️
Let’s ask questions. Let’s seek proper medical advice. Let’s unlearn what needs to be unlearned and, most importantly, let’s put the health and safety of our children first. ❤️
