Some important things that parents should keep in mind

• Choose cotton cloths for babies to avoid skin allergies.

• When you buy any thing for your child, read all manufacturers directions and safety precautions carefully.

• Never leave a young child along with your baby; he might pick him up and drop him or give him dangerous objects to play with.

• Keep a supply of first aid equipment in your house.

• The baby must be kept warm and dry to prevent heat loss.

• Oil should not be put in ears or nose. It can cause serious damage and infection.

• Strong odoured soaps and cosmetics should be avoided rather mild soaps should be used. These may lead to skin allergies and rashes.

• Never leave the baby alone in the bath even for a second.

• No home remedies should be given even for minor problems. Consult your doctor as soon as you feel something is wrong.

• Mother should eat a well balanced diet which is more important if you are breast feeding.

• Breast milk alone should be given till the baby is at least 4 months. Even in very hot climate there is no need to give extra water.

• If the baby is bottle fed, never leave her alone with her bottle she may choke.