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Emelda Otieno

Hello, I am Emelda from Nairobi, Kenya. They simply call me mama Lilly. A fun of long road trips and a very good cook, along with my mommy duties to a super active girl. She inspires and challenges me in equal measure, and that is how I get to share with you our journey of triumph as we grow and tag you along.

Breast Milk Bath For Newborn – Health Benefits & How To Do It

by Emelda Otieno
A newborn baby girl is given a breast milk bath by her mother.

A breast milk bath for newborns helps to moisturize the baby’s skin, treating skin issues. Breast milk is loaded with properties that nourish, protect, and heal both the inside and outside of your baby. Breast milk contains many ingredients found in skin moisturizers, including … Read more

Intoeing In Children (Pigeon Toes) – Definition, Causes, Diagnosis, & Treatment 

by Emelda Otieno
A pediatrician is checking a young toddler girl who came in because her parents were worried about her intoeing situation

In-toeing is a relatively common condition in infants and young children. In many cases, the cause of in-toeing is a congenital condition called Metatarsus Adductus, where the bones in the foot are turned inwards. In-toeing in babies can also be caused by other conditions, … Read more

What Causes Hypotonia In Babies? – Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment

by Emelda Otieno
Nurse holding a newborn baby just after being born.

Also known as floppy infant syndrome, hypotonia is a medical word for low muscle tone. More often, hypotonia is related to other health problems, including spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, severe infections, brain formation problems in the womb, or brain damage due to lack … Read more

How To Increase Iron Levels Quickly While Pregnant – What To Eat & Why You Need It

by Emelda Otieno
Pregnant woman smiling while eating a bowl full of salad good for increasing iron levels.

Pregnant women can quickly restore their iron levels by taking iron supplements or significantly changing their diet to include more iron-rich foods. An iron-rich diet that includes green leafy vegetables like spinach, poultry and poultry products, beans, iron-fortified bread, and pasta aids quick iron … Read more

Is It Healthy To Give Birth In Water? – Benefits & Risks Of Water Birthing 

by Emelda Otieno
A pregnant woman laying in the tub filled with water and flower petals.

A study published in 2021 concluded that water births are safer than land births and are associated with better outcomes, including decreased rates of postpartum hemorrhage and hospitalization after delivery and no increase in neonatal death. But that doesn’t mean that it is 100% … Read more

How Long Can I Legally Pump At Work? – Your Legal Rights & Protections 

by Emelda Otieno
Mother pumping breastmilk at work for her child.

According to section 7(r) of The Fair Labour Standard Act, federal law requires employers to provide seasonal break time for nursing employees to express breast milk for up to one year after the child’s birth. Employers are also required to provide a private and … Read more

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