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Flat feet in children: what they are, when to worry, and how to treat them at home

Have you noticed that your child places their whole foot flat on the ground when walking, wears out their shoes unevenly, gets tired…

Pediatra a domicilio en Madrid ausculta a un bebé con bronquiolitis

Physiotherapy at home

Bronchiolitis in babies: a guide for parents

Dr. Francisco Javier Recio Valcarce As a home-visit pediatrician, I understand how distressing it can be to see your baby with respiratory…

Kids

Scoliosis: A More Common Spinal Condition Than You Think

Dr. Teresa Rodríguez del Real Have you noticed your child has one shoulder slightly higher than the other, or perhaps some asymmetry…

Physiotherapy at home

Signs of Autism in Early Childhood: How to Identify Them by Age

Dr. Fátima Olalla Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can begin to show hints in the first months of life — but these signs are not…

Diagnóstico de Sinovitis Transitoria por un traumatólogo a domicilio en Madrid

Kids

Transient Synovitis of the Hip in Children: Everything You Should Know

Dr. Teresa Rodríguez del Real Transient synovitis of the hip (also called “irritable hip”) is a common cause of sudden limping…

Pediatra a Domicilio en Madrid realiza una prueba de presión suave en la piel del bebé para comprobar si tiene ictericia

Kids

Can bilirubin or saturation be measured at home?

Neonatal jaundice is a common condition in newborns, recognized by a yellowish tone in the skin and the whites of the eyes. This yellow…

Kids

How Many Days of Diarrhea in Children Is Concerning?

Diarrhea is a common problem in children. While most episodes are mild and resolve on their own, it’s important to know when to seek…

Una niña llora a la entrada al colegio mientras su madre le consuela

Physiotherapy at home

Supporting Children and Teens as They Adapt to a New Routine

The end of summer break means children return to their school routine: new schedules, classes, homework, and early mornings. This transition…

Dermatological conditions

Molluscum Contagiosum in Children: Symptoms, Transmission, and Treatment

What is molluscum contagiosum, and why does it affect children? Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection caused by a poxvirus.…

Physiotherapy at home

Infant colic: What is it and how to manage it?

Article written by our Neonatologist, Dra. Isabel Miras Infant colic is a recurrent episode of intense crying or irritability in young…

Kids

Precocious puberty

Normal puberty involves both physical body changes and psychological and emotional changes and should begin after the age of 8 years…

Kids

Child of a mother with Autoimmune Hypothyroidism: frequently asked questions

Article written by our Pediatric Endocrinologist Dra. Laura Alonso Gamo One of the most common endocrinological problems in pregnant…

Kids

Seasonal Allergy

Article written by Dr. Francisco Recio (Pediatric Pneumologist) With the arrival of spring and good weather comes one of the most…

Physiotherapy at home

Zoster Virus, what is it and how to prevent it?

Article written by Dr. Abel García Gasco The Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) is the cause of the Varicella disease, which is often passed…

Physiotherapy at home

The importance of vaccination against influenza, VRS and COVID-19

Our pharmacist Montse Fernández Carazo tells us everything you need to know in this article about:2023-2024 vaccination campaign…

Kids

Asthma

Dr. Francisco Recio Valcarce Asthma is a heterogeneous disease that chronically affects the airways. The most common symptoms are…

Kids

Managing Jealousy When a New Sibling Arrives

The arrival of a new brother or sister is an event that can stir mixed emotions in the older child. On one hand, they may feel curiosity,…

Kids

Back to school

The start of the school year is here again, bringing with it the excitement of children reuniting with their classmates, using new…

Kids

Sunburns

According to data from the Spanish Association of Pediatrics (AEP), between 50 and 80% of the damage caused by sun exposure that an…

Kids

Sun Protection

Which sunscreen to use, how to apply it, and other recommendations "Skin redness, sunburns, and allergic reactions are the most common…

Kids

Water Safety

Pools, Beaches, Lakes, Rivers... Gabriela Fernández Álvaro Nurse During vacations, we often relax with rules, customs,…

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Traveling with children

Traveling with children is one of the most beautiful experiences in life. Seeing their faces light up as they explore new places, enjoying…

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Bites, prevention, and management.

How to prevent and deal with mosquito and insect bites Summer has arrived, and with it, the dreaded mosquitoes! Insect bites are more…

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Impetigo

Impetigo, the most common childhood infection in summer Impetigo is a superficial and localized skin infection caused by bacteria…

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Atopic dermatitis

Dr. Silke Bianca Kirchschläger Nieto What is atopic dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic skin disease that can…

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Nursery School: Yes or No?

The immune system of children strengthens as they grow and are exposed to different pathogens. Many parents believe that their child…

Kids

Hand, Foot and Mouth Syndrome or Disease

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Syndrome is a viral disease that causes ulcers in the mouth and blister-like lesions on the hands, feet, and…

Kids

Cold, common cold, or upper respiratory tract infection

The common cold, or a cold, consists of a set of symptoms (nasal congestion, cough, sneezing, sore throat, headache, and/or malaise)…

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Acute gastroenteritis

Acute gastroenteritis (AGE) is the inflammation of the digestive tract that results in frequent, watery bowel movements, often accompanied…

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Constipation in childhood

Constipation is a very common problem in childhood. It tends to occur between the ages of 2 and 4, and unlike in adults, it is slightly…

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Complementary Feeding

The WHO recommends exclusively feeding on milk, whether it is maternal breastfeeding or artificial feeding, until 6 months of age,…

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Starting from 6 months, schedules and routines

Recommendations on the Introduction of Complementary Feeding, Schedules, and Routines Guidelines for introducing complementary feeding:…

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Urates in the diaper

Is my baby urinating blood? Is it serious?In general, spotting in the diaper in the first few days of life that is identified as…

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

How should my baby sleep? What is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)? Dr. Isabel Miras Aguilar, Neonatology Specialist Where…

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How to Properly Care for Your Newborn’s Umbilical Cord

Dr. Isabel Miras Aguilar, Neonatology SpecialistWhat Is the Umbilical Cord and Why Is Proper Care Important? The umbilical stump…

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