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Abdominal distension

Abdominal distension is swelling or enlargement of the abdomen, which can be a warning sign after possible magnet ingestion.

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What if baby does not burp

What if baby does not burp

A missing burp is often not a problem Burping is a way of expelling air swallowed during feeding. It is not a required physiological event after every feed. Infants vary in how much air they swallow because of differences in latch, milk flow, feeding coordination, bottle design, and individual anatomy. A baby who has not […]

Strong Magnets and Magnetic Toy Hazards

Strong Magnets and Magnetic Toy Hazards

Why Strong Magnets Are Dangerous The principal concern is not simply that a magnet is small. It is the combination of small size and strong magnetic force. High-powered neodymium magnets, sometimes sold as desk toys, construction sets, novelty objects, or replacement parts, can be small enough to pass through a child’s mouth and can exert […]