Hypothyroidism is the most common hormonal imbalance in childhood. It is also the most important cause of preventable mental retardation. There are two types of hypothyroidism, congenital(occurs in newborns) and acquired(occurs in infancy or childhood). Acquired hypothyroidism is seen in 0.3% school going children. It can present with any of Read more…
DIET CHART FOR 1-2 YEAR OLD BABY Frequency- cereals-based meals 4-5 times/day plus snacks 1-2 times• Salt/sugar/ honey can be added after 1 year• Amount – ¾ – 1 cup (180-240 ml)/serving• Extra water- 1-4 cups/day• Milk -2 cups/day• Feed while baby is seated• Breastfeeding after meal(keep the baby empty Read more…
DIET CHART FOR 10-12 MONTH Frequency-Cereal based meals 4 times/day plus snacks 1-2 times/day • No added salt/sugar/ honey • Amount – 125ml+/serving • Extra water- 100-125 ml/day • Feed while baby is seated Breast feeding to continue as before(on demand) ; Try not to breastfed the baby for 2 Read more…
DIET CHART FOR 9-10 MONTH Frequency-Cereal based Meal 3-4 times/day plus snacks1-2 times/day• No added salt/sugar/ honey• Amount – 125ml+/serving• Extra water- 100 ml/day• Fish/ egg allowed• Feed while baby is seated• Fruit puree/mix fruit snacks gradually to be omittedCEREAL BASED MEALS 1. Wheat cereal milk/Rice cereal milk with vegetables2. Rice Read more…