PRAMITA Friends, seeing your little one's teeth start to grow out of alignment or jutting out naturally makes us wonder: When is the right time to get braces or wire alignment installed? This treatment is often just thought of as cosmetic, but it's a vital key to ensuring your child's bite functions optimally for a lifetime. Let's discuss the ideal age! Know the Signs: When Are Braces Truly Necessary? Braces are recommended not just because teeth look a bit crooked. There are underlying issu...

Doc, Why Is My Child Late to Speak? Friend PRAMITA, one of the moments that is most awaited by parents is hearing the first chatter of the little one. However, not infrequently anxiety arises when the neighbor's child of the same age is already clever at speaking, while our beloved child is still more quiet. Comparing the growth and development of children is indeed often unavoidable. But before worrying excessively, it is important to understand that every child is a unique individual with t...

Every family has its own color in raising children. For couples from different ethnicities, the parenting style applied is often a unique blend of two cultures. This situation can be a challenge, but also a golden opportunity to provide valuable experiences for the child’s growth and development. Challenges in Multiethnic Parenting When parents come from different cultural backgrounds, differences of view often arise regarding how to raise children. For example, one side emphasizes strict di...

Here's the Explanation for Sahabat PRAMITA Sahabat PRAMITA, when a breastfeeding mother falls ill, one of the most common questions is: "If I have typhoid, can I still breastfeed?" This concern is understandable, as every mother wants to give the best and safest care for her baby. Typhoid fever is caused by bacteria that spread through contaminated food or water. However, the good news is: typhoid is not transmitted through breast milk. So, a mother with typhoid is still allowed to breast...

Dear PRAMITA friends who are new parents, you’ve probably wondered: “Is it safe to take a baby on a plane?” Especially if there’s a need to travel far and leaving the little one at home isn’t an option. The answer: yes, as long as the timing and preparation are right! In general, healthy babies can fly with their parents. Some airlines even allow babies as young as two days old to board a flight. But many experts recommend waiting until the baby is at least 4–6 weeks old. Why? Because at that...

Finding blood in a child's stool can certainly cause concern. However, it should be noted that this condition is quite common and does not always indicate a dangerous illness. Nevertheless, it is important for parents to understand the causes and the right steps to handle it. Generally, the cause of bloody stools in children is a small tear in the anus due to hard stools. This can occur because of constipation. This condition is called an anal fissure, and it is the most common cause of brigh...