Baby Food
Vegetarian and Vegan Weaning: A Realistic Week-by-Week Timeline
Careful planning covers iron, B12, omega-3, zinc, calcium and adequate energy. how this typically changes over time for parents starting solids.
Dr Imran Patel, MBChB
Imran is a paediatrician working in general and emergency paediatrics. He reviews SA Baby’s illness, immunisation and infant health articles for clinical accuracy.
Articles by this author
Baby Health
Food Allergies in Infants: A Realistic Week-by-Week Timeline
Introducing common allergens from around six months, and continuing regularly, reduces allergy risk. how this typically changes over time for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read
Baby Care
Combination Feeding: When to Worry and When to Relax
Mixing breast and formula works best when introduced gradually to protect supply. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for new parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
How to Handle Twin Pregnancy Step by Step
Multiple pregnancies need more scans, more iron and earlier delivery planning. an ordered, practical method you can follow today for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
Pregnancy After Miscarriage at 3am: A Survival Guide
Anxiety in a subsequent pregnancy is normal and early reassurance scans are often available. what to do when it happens in the middle of the night for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Parenting
Returning to Work After Parental Leave: Myths vs Facts
A phased return and a settled childcare routine reduce stress for everyone. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 6 min read
Buying Guides
Buying Swaddles and Transition Suits: When to Worry and When to Relax
Zip swaddles are safer than hand-wrapping for most parents. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read
Product Reviews
Swaddles and Transition Suits: When to Worry and When to Relax
Zip swaddles are safer than hand-wrapping for most parents. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents choosing baby gear.
· 6 min read
Baby Food
Reducing Sugar in Baby Food: A Realistic Week-by-Week Timeline
Sugar shapes taste preference early and offers nothing nutritionally. how this typically changes over time for parents starting solids.
· 5 min read
Baby Health
Reflux vs Vomiting: A Realistic Week-by-Week Timeline
Effortless posseting differs from forceful, projectile vomiting. how this typically changes over time for parents managing a baby’s health.
· 5 min read