Baby Care
Newborn Hiccups: A Complete Guide for Parents
Hiccups are frequent, harmless and often follow feeds. a full walkthrough from first principles for new parents.
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
Pregnancy
Week 36 of Pregnancy: A Complete Guide for Parents
By week 36, the baby may drop lower into the pelvis, easing rib pressure and increasing bladder pressure. a full walkthrough from first principles for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Parenting
Building a Daily Routine Around Choosing a Nursery or Preschool
Settling-in policy, key-person system and outdoor access matter most. how to fit this into a day that already has no room in it for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read
Buying Guides
Buying Baby Books and Sensory Toys: The Do’s and Don’ts
High-contrast board books and open-ended sensory toys hold attention longest. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read
Product Reviews
Baby Books and Sensory Toys: The Do’s and Don’ts
High-contrast board books and open-ended sensory toys hold attention longest. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for parents choosing baby gear.
· 6 min read
Baby Care
Baby Skin Rashes: The Do’s and Don’ts
Erythema toxicum, heat rash and milia are all benign newborn rashes. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for new parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
Week 39 of Pregnancy: A Realistic Week-by-Week Timeline
By week 39, full term — the brain and lungs are still developing right up to birth. how this typically changes over time for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Pregnancy
Week 42 of Pregnancy: The Do’s and Don’ts
By week 42, pregnancy is post-term and induction is normally recommended for safety. a short, clear list of what helps and what backfires for expectant parents.
· 5 min read
Parenting
Managing Toddler Screen Meltdowns: A Complete Guide for Parents
Transitions off screens are hard because engagement is engineered. a full walkthrough from first principles for parents of babies and toddlers.
· 5 min read
Buying Guides
How to Choose Baby Sunshades and UV Protection: The Complete Buying Guide
Clip-on shades with UPF fabric outperform draping a muslin, which traps heat. a full walkthrough from first principles for parents planning purchases.
· 6 min read