MD
Dr. Arlene Dijamco calls herself a 'MultiDimensional MD' with 18 years of experience in integrative medicine, pediatrics, and cranial osteopathy. She studied at Harvard, Emory, and Albert Einstein and then completed Dr. Andrew Weil’s two-year integrative medicine fellowship.She is known for her intuitive knack, empowering people to nourish and balance all layers of health. Dr. Dijamco is passionate about helping make the intangible aspects of health — the energetic, mental, emotional, and spiritual — more practical for people. She is on faculty with The Osteopathic Cranial Academy and also teaches Tension & Trauma Release Exercises around the country. She is the founder of the All Worlds Health, which includes her practice near Atlanta, nonprofit, podcast, and online school. Atlanta Modern & Luxury named her a leader in wellness.
MomJunction believes in providing the most accurate content to its readers. Hence we get our articles reviewed by highly skilled experts in the relevant fields. The articles are reviewed to ensure their authenticity, factual correctness, and relevance. The board members also add inputs drawn from their years of experience. Learn more about our medical review board.
It is concerning for a new parent to see a baby gasp for air. However, a baby gasping for breath is not always a matter of worry. Usually, babies gasp for air if something is stuck in their throats. Usually, extra mucus during cold tends to be that obstruction. As their respiratory system matures with their age, babies tend to grow out of this habit of gasping. Read on to know the reasons that make a baby gasp for air and the causes of concern. [mj-toc] Possible Causes Of Baby Gasping For Air A newborn baby is born with non-inflated lungs that are filled with fluid. The baby takes their first breath in about ten seconds after birth, and this breath may sound like they are gasping for air(1). Beyond their first breath, the following conditions may cause a baby to gasp for air while breathing. 1. Respiratory infections [caption id="attachment_873723" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Infections of the nose, sinuses,...
Diarrhea while breastfeeding could develop in a few new mothers due to underlying conditions such as acute [simple_tooltip text="gastroenteritis" tooltip="inflammation of the lining of the stomach and the intestines. " ] or other causes. Although this is not a serious illness requiring [simple_tooltip text="cessation" tooltip="Ending a condition." ] of breastfeeding, if you have diarrhea, you must maintain proper hygiene to prevent any risks of transferring any illnesses to your newborn. In addition, ensure proper hydration for maintaining a sufficient milk supply and preventing dehydration due to diarrhea. Mild diarrhea is usually resolved with the help of natural home remedies. However, it is best to seek a doctor’s advice for severe, long-lasting diarrhea while breastfeeding. Browse through this post to learn more about the common causes, signs, remedies, and treatment options for diarrhea in breastfeeding mothers. [mj-toc] Common Causes Of Diarrhea When Breastfeeding [caption id="attachment_886725" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Various infectious and noninfectious acute and chronic conditions can cause diarrhea. Breastfeeding...
It is past midnight, and your toddler won’t sleep. They keep giving excuses like they want to pee, that they are hungry, or keep requesting you to read another book. These lines may seem familiar because these may be the common tantrums your child throws to skip sleep. We understand that you might be exhausted and sleep-deprived. However, there are a few tips that you could try. Here’s more about the cause behind these bedtime tantrums and tips to help put them to sleep. [mj-toc] Reasons Why Toddlers Refuse To Go To Bed At Night A staggering 22.6% of parents have reported experiencing problematic sleep-related difficulties with their toddlers. It was further established that problematic sleep-related challenges were more pronounced in boys than girls. The following graph shows the spread of sleep-related problems among children of different age groups. [column_graph ref_title="Sleep-related difficulties in healthy children and adolescents; BMC Pediatrics" ref_url="https://bmcpediatr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12887-021-02529-y" chart_title="Sleep-related difficulties: prevalence by age and gender" graph_width="100%" graph_height="500px" groupwidth=""...
Toddlers holding poop and not passing stool on time is a common phenomenon. This behavioral pattern may occur due to physical or psychological factors. If this problem is not resolved on time, it may lead to other health problems. Parents can deal with this situation only if they understand the cause behind their toddler’s behavior. This post tells you about the signs and possible causes of a toddler holding poop. Also, learn effective ways to encourage your children to develop the habit of passing stool regularly. [mj-toc] Signs Of A Toddler With Holding Poop The most notable sign is your toddler not passing stool for a few days. They may also show the following signs often suggestive of controlling the urge to pass stool (1) (2). Display more gassiness than usual Reduced appetite [caption id="attachment_885923" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Make their body stiff Straighten their legs Cross their legs Clench the buttocks Stand on their toes Appear like they are...
A newborn requires utmost care and attention. This may raise several concerns and queries for the new parents, such as how often to bathe a baby. Bathing is an essential part of the baby\'s daily routine. It is also enjoyable for the baby and offers an opportunity for the parents to bond with their newborns. But knowing how often you should bathe a newborn is important since the frequency is different from older babies. In this post, you will learn about the time, frequency, and safety tips for bathing a newborn. [mj-toc]When To Give Your Newborn A Bath? The World Health Organization recommends waiting 24 hours before giving the newborn their first bath. If you cannot delay bathing for 24 hours for some reason, wait at least six hours after the baby’s birth. The baby’s first bath should always be a sponge bath since the umbilical cord stump would still be intact. Give your baby haountil the dry stump falls,...