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submitted: Aug 29th 2008 | by: AshleyKing | Total views: 1 | Word Count: 381 | |

If you baby is sick and needs medication, it's critical that you only administer the exact dosage prescribed by the physician. While adults and older children might be able to get away with doses that are 'close enough' this is very risky for a baby.

With a baby being so much smaller you need to be aware that only a small variance in the dose can have a dramatic effect on the results. Even little changes in your baby's weight will have a big affect on the amount of medication your medical professional will prescribe.

Be certain to administer the medication using the measuring cup or spoon that usually accompanies it. If one isn't supplied make sure that you buy an accurate dosage measure that you can rely on.

Don't give doses based on a teaspoon, as the size of teaspoons can vary greatly. You will run the risk of giving your baby a dosage that is either too high or too low, either of which can lead to problems. Worse still, you could be giving doses that could be more detrimental to their health rather than solving a problem.

You should also never make your own judgment on the amount of medication that your child needs. This can endanger your child's health without you realizing it. Be sure to check with your doctor if in doubt.

Many parents are turning to natural remedies for their children, but it's important to keep in mind that these can affect a baby quite differently. Even though they are natural, they might not be completely safe for your baby. Natural remedies will affect your baby much differently than they would a grownup, and might even cause severe health problems.

Sadly, those who sell these natural remedies aren't always knowledgeable enough about the effects of the products and their advice could be unreliable. All too often, they are unknowingly risking the health of the individual who uses the product. Don't neglect to check with your baby's doctor or a reliable health care provider if you're thinking about using natural remedies.

In the early stages of your baby's development it is best to rely on trusted medical practitioners. A baby can get to a critical stage of sickness very rapidly. Don't take the chance of administering medications that might harm your baby's health.

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If you have a new baby in the house, you'll want to check out more of Ashley King's aricles at Best Baby Advice, where you'll find lots of helpful information on baby care and feeding, safety, health and more.

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