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The Baby Manual
Hosted by Dr. Carole Keim MD · EN
New babies are difficult. Don't you wish they came with a manual? Well, now there is one! Hosted by a pediatrician mom, The Baby Manual will help guide you through everything you actually need to know to take care of a baby. Whether this is your first baby or your fifth, I bet you’ll hear something helpful in here that you didn’t know. Enjoy The Baby Manual podcast, and enjoy your new baby!
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407 - Out and About
Feb 19, 202500:28:01Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim explores how to travel with your baby in this episode. What is best for going out and about or abroad with your baby? Dr. Keim starts right from the first trip of your baby’s life - going home from the hospital - and covers everything from safely riding in the car, diaper bag supplies, and longer-term travel necessities. There is a lot out there so Dr. Keim carefully narrows down all the products to highlight the most important items. Dr. Keim shares what to look for in a car seat and what your baby should and should not wear under the strap to ensure a secure fit. She covers how to keep an eye on your baby in the back seat, when to use blankets, and what exactly should be packed in a diaper bag to ensure you’re prepared for your baby’s needs while out of the house. She talks about different baby carriers, what to pack in a travel suitcase versus what to leave home and just buy on location, and also touches on travel vaccines. This episode will give parents peace of mind about heading out on adventures with a new baby.In this episode:Hospital go-bag: Check out Episode 4|04For the car: Car seat and base - Doona: https://amzn.to/3CiOlZq | Evenflo (cheaper option, separate car seat and stroller) https://amzn.to/4hunybBStroller Mirror to see babySeat protector (when they are walking) Don’t need: all-in-one car seat, screen for child to look at, car seat cover, blanket, NO puffy jackets in car seats Diaper bag: Diapers Cream - Desitin: https://amzn.to/4aqXBat | Aquaphor: https://amzn.to/4hKRekXWipesZiplock bags (gallon size)Baby clothesExtra shirt for momBurp clothChanging pad / muslin blanketPacifierBaby toys / teething toysHand sanitizerSnacksSunscreenBandaidsChange purse / moneyPenChapstickWater bottleTravel: When it’s safe to travel Breastfed babies - after the first round of vaccinesFormula-fed babies - 6 mos after the primary series is complete and they have flu/covid vaccines in a car - any age, but remember car seats are not designed for safe sleep so you need to plan very frequent stopsClothes: 1.5 outfits per day, socks, sleep sack (kaiya baby)Feeding supplies: bottles, silicone bowl with suction backCarriers - ring sling, clip carrier, boba wrap, carrier shirt - For mom: https://amzn.to/3EjucCX | For dad: https://amzn.to/3Wv1pBYTravel vaccines, closed bottle of liquid medicine (tylenol/ibuprofen), vitamins (infant tri-vitamins, Emergen-C) Don’t need: playpen (most hotels have them), high chair, too many consumables like diapers/formula/snacks, toiletries As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. __Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon__Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →406 - Diapering and Pottying
Feb 5, 202500:29:49Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim talks about diapers and potty training your babies and toddlers in this episode. She discusses disposable versus cloth diapers, and the benefits of both in terms of convenience, expense, and sustainability. She shares practical advice on potty training by highlighting which items are most useful in assisting your baby in the transition from diapers to the potty. The best things to buy are highlighted here for new parents.Dr. Keim explains, in a quick summary, that the stuff that you'll need for diapering and pottying are probably some disposable diapers, some cloth diaper insides and outsides if you're using cloth, a diaper pail, some diaper creams, and then some potty training supplies. She details the best of each item, what to look for, and why it’s helpful. She also explains different kinds of diaper rash and how to treat and prevent rashes. Any questions you have will be answered here or discussed in depth in previous seasons of The Baby Manual.In this episode:Disposable: Disposable diapersWater wipesDiaper pail - diaper genieDon’t need: wipe warmer, peepee teepee Cloth: Diaper outsidesDiaper insides (diaper service)Diaper pail - UbbiDon’t need: Petroleum-based creams are the enemy of cloth diapers Diaper creams: Petroleum based (Vaseline, Aquaphor, A&D ointment)Zinc-oxide based (Desitin)Calendula creams - can be used instead of petroleum for cloth diapering Antifungal creams/ointments - clotrimazole, terbinafine, nystatin Antibacterial ointments - bacitracin, neosporin, mupirocin Diaper cream spatulaPotty training: Potty chair for floor (for each room)Potty seat adapterStep stool Padded underwear (tinyundies) Info in my book The Baby ManualDon’t need: sticker charts, a floor potty for the bathroom As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →405 - Breast and Bottle Feeding
Jan 22, 202500:28:19Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim talks about breast and bottle feeding and what works to make both types of feeding more comfortable and efficient. She recommends listening to the information on both types of feeding even if one or the other method has already been decided on because babies can have a preference. Pumping is a good option to pursue in addition to breastfeeding so the baby can get used to bottle feeding in the first four months. It opens the option of going back to work or leaving the baby with a relative if needed.Dr. Keim explains what works best for accessible clothing, breast pads, nipple covers, and nipple cream and what items aren’t really needed. She highlights the different kinds of pumps available and which options work best in which scenario. Her advice is focused on the products that truly help and make life with a new baby easier so time and money are not wasted on items that aren’t as useful overall. She shares practical tips with each product. This episode is a must for new and expecting parents.In this episode:BreastfeedingNursing brasNursing tank topsNursing shirtsPajamas that button or are 2-piece or have a low neckline - they don’t need to be breastfeeding specific, you just have to be able to get a breast outGel breast padsBamboobies or other absorbent breast padsNipple coversNipple cream Lanisoh | MotherloveDon’t necessarily need: nipple shield, that vacuum thing that makes your nipples stick out, hakaa, breastfeeding coverNipple suction deviceNipple shield for breastfeedingHakaa breastfeeding coverPumpingElectric breast pumpWearable breast pumpElvieWillowMomCozyHands-free pumping braBreast milk storage bagsBreast pump accessoriesDon’t need: manual breast pump, pump part sterilizerBottle Feeding (breast milk or formula)BottlesGlassPlasticnipplesburp clothsregular infant formuladon’t need: bottle warmer, bottle sterilizer, baby brezza formula maker, that drying rack that looks like grassAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →404 - For Mom
Jan 8, 202500:22:13Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim talks about everything moms need in this episode. More specifically, everything that is needed for pregnancy, labor and delivery, the hospital, and post-partum. One of the most common questions asked is what to pack for the hospital. Dr. Keim answers that question, and many more, with insight, advice, and practical suggestions on which brands are the most useful to purchase. Expectant moms and new moms will find this episode invaluable, as will family members looking for purchases that can support moms.Dr. Keim shares why moms need different clothing for each different stage of having a baby, from pregnancy to delivery, and offers suggestions on what to invest in and what not to bother with. She explains how breast sizes will increase, the differences in maternity pants, when compression socks are useful, what to expect during delivery in terms of what to wear, and how to deal with the immediate aftermath of the effects of having a baby. All the questions expectant moms have are addressed here.In this episode:PregnancyBras ShirtsPantsDon’t need: pajamas, swimsuit, dressesLaborLabor gown (Lyla delivery gown)Slippers (crocs)Don’t need: really anything, you will probably end up naked by the end anywayPostpartumDepends or overnight pads Period undiesSweatpants or dressesDon’t need: pre-pregnancy clothing and bras (put them in a storage bin!) Bring in the hospital bag: For mom: outfits with nursing access, nursing bra or tank tops, nipple cream, breast pump, hands-free pumping bra, super/overnight pads or depends, phone and charger, hard candies to suck on in labor, high-protein snacks and water bottle for after delivery, something to help pass the time like a book, slippers/socks, list of regular medications, toiletry bag, and a copy of The Baby Manual For baby: outfits size preemie (if baby is measuring less than 10th %ile or SGA or IUGR), newborn (if baby is 10-90th %ile), or 0-3 months (baby measuring over 90th %ile or LGA), a warm hat, velcro swaddle blanket, car seatAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →403 - Baby Furniture
Dec 25, 202400:28:21Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim talks about baby furniture in today’s episode. She summarizes the furniture needed for your baby as a place for your baby to sleep, a place to set your baby down in each room, some stuff to care for your baby’s everyday needs, stuff for travel, and some babyproofing items. But there are so many things on the market, how can you know what’s useful and what isn’t? That’s what this episode is about.Dr. Keim talks about cribs and how 3-in-1 cribs are very useful but for the first 12 months of life, you don’t need that crib. You need a bassinet. So you can wait to buy the crib. She talks about what travel bassinets to invest in, what crib sheets work best, and even what kind of light works best in your baby’s room. For every one of your baby’s needs, Dr. Keim sorts through the furniture you need and when you actually need it, advising on what things can wait and what things aren’t even important. This guide will ensure you get the most useful things first and help you sort through all the furniture on offer.In this episode:Newborn sleepcribbassinettravel bassinetsheetsDon’t get: any mesh for the crib, bumpers, pillows, blankets, white noise machine, blackout curtains, music for baby to fall asleep to, anything that hangs over the crib Furniture parents will usegliderBoppy nursing pillow / nursing pillowchanging tablebaby monitor - video type / walkie-talkie typeDon’t get: baby bathtub, mobilePlaces for baby to sitmamaroobaby swingbouncy chairexersaucerjohnny jumpupbumbo seatDon’t get: activity mat, baby loungers that are a round or u-shaped pillow (suffocation risk), don’t leave babies unattended in any of these Travelplaypen portable seat with tray for feedingmuslin baby blanketsBaby carriers - ring sling / clip carrierPortable changing padDon’t get: playpen with bassinet Babyproofing itemsoutlet coverswall anchorsbaby gates - stairs and poolstable cornersother items - cabinet locks, doorknob covers, toilet seat locksDon’t get: those backpack things with a pillow behind their head for in case they fall backwards As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →402 - Baby Clothes
Dec 11, 202400:26:24Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim is a pediatrician, mom, and author who helps new parents all over the world understand their babies and navigate the challenges that arise daily. In season four she will guide listeners in sorting through pregnancy, baby, and toddler items that are useful versus those that are a waste of time and money. The focus of today’s episode is baby clothing. What do you really need to clothe your baby and what is helpful? And what clothes are really just cute but not that functional or useful?Dr. Keim talks about onesies, shirts and pants, socks and scratch mitts, sleepwear and outerwear, covering clothes from newborn to one year of age. She explains what’s the best for nighttime diaper changes, getting babies to sleep, and why scratch mitts don’t work the way we want them to. In every category, she explores what styles and brands offer ideal design elements, what to consider about safety and comfort, and the reality of what a baby will truly wear without it falling off. Her guidance will show new parents exactly what to spend money on and what can be ignored for an easy first year of dressing your baby.In this episode:OnesiesShort sleeve: no leg, with 3 snaps in the crotchLong sleeve: long legs, fold-over sleeves, 2-way zippersSeparates (shirts/pants)Kimono shirts with fold-over sleeves (newborn size only)From 1 month to 1 year old, shirts are useless and potentially dangerousPantsFeet/handsSocksSlippersShoesScratch mittsSleepwearSwaddle (newborn)Merlin sleep suit (approximately age 1-4 months)Sleep sack (age 4-12 months)Can use blankets after 1 year of age, pillows after 2 years of age OuterwearWinter hatSummer hatLeg warmersJacketSwim diaperHooded bath towelAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →401 - What to Buy on Black Friday (or on sale)
Nov 27, 202400:36:58Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim is a pediatrician, mom, and author who helps new parents all over the world understand their babies and navigate the challenges that arise daily. The first year of a baby’s life is the focus of Season 1 of this podcast, ages one to three is the focus of Season 2, and holistic and supportive care is the focus of Season 3. Now Dr. Keim welcomes listeners to Season 4 where she will focus on talking about baby items that are actually needed. She will guide listeners in sorting through pregnancy, baby, and toddler items that are useful versus those that are a waste of time and money. In this first episode, Dr. Carole Keim shares a list of items that should be bought while they’re on sale. Black Friday is just around the corner and sales tend to pop up close to major holidays. These items are divided into categories from things for pregnant moms, items useful to have before a baby is born, items for toddlers, and general household items. Dr. Keim takes listeners through the basics to let us know which things should be purchased when they’re on sale, which things to get secondhand, which things to buy new, and which things the brand actually matters. In this episode:Pregnant mom items: Elvie breast pump | Willow breast pumpHands-free pumping braBreastfeeding bras / shirts Lila delivery gown Pregnancy pillowCompression socksBamboobies SpanxBombas socksPackages of services - maternity/birth/newborn photos, prenatal massagesThe Baby ManualExpecting baby items (stuff for your baby, if you’re still pregnant)Crib (3 in 1)Crib mattressSnooChanging tableGliderDoona Car seat and strollerDiaper bagHigh chairBaby food maker/processorFormula maker (Baby Brezza)Hatch sound machineUbbi diaper pailNipples, bottlesDiaper covers (cloth diapers)Baby carrier (ring sling)Pack n PlayTravel bassinet clamshellElectric nasal sucker MamarooToddler items (stuff for your baby, if your baby is already born and under 1 year old)Silicone plates, cups, bibsPlasticwareToddler car seat (Graco 4ever Extend2Fit) or rotating car seatLifeVacTushBaby carrierNugget couchMontessori climbing gymRideSafer vestKiwi CratesHolistic Mamas HandbookGeneral household items (that will help the whole family and/or spouse gift ideas)Dyson vacuumRoomba TVBug-A-SaltFitBitTushy bidet / toto washlet / other bidet system The Meater thermometerKicKee Pants / primary pajamasMini fridge Heated vestAirPods Pro (noise cancelling)Loop earplugsBaby carrier shirtsNew cookware Exergen thermometerAir fryerAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. She is pulling on the knowledge of hundreds of thousands of new parents, other pediatricians, doctor moms, the Academy of Pediatrics, and breaking pediatrics news sites. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments can be found in her book Holistic Mamas Handbook, and her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of a baby’s life. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. Resources discussed in this episode:The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on Amazon--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →310 - Sleep
Dec 13, 202300:26:44Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim talks about the all-important subject of sleep in this episode. Sleep is a frustrating thing as a new parent which is why there is so much sleep advice and so many sleep books available. Dr. Keim will break down what sleep patterns are normal at different ages and give information on different ways to help babies (and parents, by extension) sleep well. All babies are different and what works for one baby’s sleep may not work for another. But there are normal sleep patterns for different ages and Dr. Keim clears up confusion around those necessary patterns. She explains why babies crave the rocking and contact of being held as opposed to being laid in a bed to sleep and offers advice on how to slowly get them accustomed to the change. From night feeding to sleep positions to not using your phone in your baby’s room to all the different alternative healing modalities that have been shown to be helpful in promoting sleep, Dr. Keim gives the key information parents need on the topic of sleep. In this episode:Sleep (00:27)Intro: helping babies sleep at night is one of the most difficult and frustrating things as a new parent. All babies are different. What’s normal at different ages: Newborns cluster feed and wake at least once every 2-3 hours For the first 2 months of life, a baby can’t sleep more than 4 hours From 2-6 months it’s ok to let them sleep longer, but most still wake 2-3x at night to feedFrom 6-9 months, allowed to sleep as long as they want, typically wake 1-2x per night, worse when teethingFrom 9-12 months, can start offering water at night. Feeding higher fat/protein meals at dinner time can help them sleep better.After 12 months, they don’t need milk at night, only water if they wake up, and reassure for night waking. Cosleeping will make you both get worse sleep, and remember a thin blanket is ok, but no thick blankets and no pillows til age 2. Sleeping with a tight shirt can help curb breastfeeding at night. Western - graduated or progressive extinction method. “Cry it out” is not recommended due to emotional trauma. Melatonin is not recommended on a regular basis; can be used intermittently when traveling (jet lag) but not more than 2-3 days. Also a consistent bedtime routine helps - run/play, brush teeth, bath, reading/singing, low lighting, avoid screens x 2h before bed. TCM - pediatric acupuncture (shonishin) and Chinese herbs can both help with sleep. Speak to a pediatric acupuncturist for specific recommendations.Chiro - pediatric chiropractic and craniosacral therapy can help your baby or child sleep better. Chiropractic is built around relaxing and resetting the nervous system, so regular adjustments tend to be really helpful for sleep. Nutrition/supplements - Eating a dinner high in fat and protein and low in sugar at least 2 hours before bedtime, magnesium supplements (check with a doctor for dosing), chamomile tea over age 1 or for breastfeeding moms; can give a spoonful of chamomile tea under age 1 (no honey!) Homeopathy - aconitum napellus, arsenicum album, belladonna, china officinalis, chamomilla, calcarea carbonica, and pulsatilla. Note: not supported by western science; speak to a CCH for specific recommendations. Aromatherapy - Can diffuse oils or dilute in a carrier oil and rub onto baby’s back and feet. The best oils for sleep are Roman chamomile, German chamomile, neroli, tangerine, pettigrain, and lavender. Lavender can be stimulating in children; if this seems to be the case, try chamomile oil instead.End of season; stay tuned for more in the future!Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments come together in her new book, Holistic Mamas Handbook, which can be ordered here. Her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of your baby’s life and is the subject of the first two seasons of this podcast. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. And remember, it’s always okay to call your doctor or emergency services if you have concerns about your child’s health. Resources discussed in this episode:There is more information like this in the Holistic Mamas Handbook. You can order the Holistic Mamas Handbook on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on AmazonDr. Keim’s Supplement/vitamins link for 10% off--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →309 - Baby Acne and Diaper Rash
Dec 6, 202300:20:06Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim talks about baby’s skin today, specifically baby acne and diaper rash. She explains what causes each irritation as well as how they typically present. She then goes through Western and alternative medicines that offer relief or healing. Baby acne often starts in the first month or so of a baby’s life. There are several causes for baby acne and it will typically cover the face and upper chest. There are ways to soothe it or help it heal faster but, as Dr. Keim says, it’s “self-limited” and goes away on its own. Diaper rash is extremely common and there isn’t just one type that babies can get. The redness and irritation can get colonized with yeast or it may be one of two types of bacterial infections worsening the rash. Dr. Keim details what to look for with each type of diaper rash, when to contact a doctor, and all of the prevention and curative measures offered by healing modalities.In this episode:Baby Acne (00:45)Symptoms: pimples on face and upper chest. Caused by a combination of hormones, dryness, and irritation. Hormones cause increased oil production, dryness causes sebaceous glands to produce more oil to moisturize skin, oil gets trapped in the pores and becomes acne. Being overheated or sweaty will do the same thing. Dirt, too much lotion, and regurgitated milk can irritate the skin and block the pores, making acne flare up more. Western - typically no treatment; keep baby clean but don’t wash too often (1-2x per week) so skin doesn’t get too dry. Keep room temp 68-72 degrees so they don’t overheat. No need to change diet. Call your doctor if your baby has pimples that are larger than 2mm across, if the lesions are filled with clear fluid or yellow pus, if the pimples are in clusters, or if you aren’t sure if it’s baby acne or something else.Acu/traditional Chinese medicine - acupuncture doesn’t specifically treat baby acne, but can decrease overall inflammation, and someone certified in Chinese herbalism may be able to recommend topical treatmentsChiro - n/aNutrition/supplements - can put breastmilk on baby’s skin Homeopathy - calendula cream topically; no oral remedies Aromatherapy - Calendula oil, lavender oil, oregano oil, and tea tree oil may be mixed into a carrier oil and applied topically Diaper Rash (08:19)Symptoms: caused by moisture + friction; most babies will have one at some point. Starts with redness/irritation of skin but can get colonized / super infected with yeast or bacteria. Candida rash (yeast) has satellite lesions. Bacterial has boils. Strep butt (perianal strep infection) is a bright red circle around the anus and happens in older children. Western - prevention (decreased likelihood, sometimes you can’t prevent it!) involves changing diaper as soon as it’s wet/poopy, use water wipes after each poop, apply diaper cream (zinc oxide based vs petroleum), air it out, don’t use baby powder. If not improving within 2-3 days with these treatments, it might be colonized/infected. Nystatin cream for candida, mupirocin for bacterial - both are used 3x per day; use regular cream in between. Oral amoxicillin for perianal strep. Acu/TCM - acupuncture doesn’t treat diaper rash; chinese herbs may be helpful, check with a pediatric acupuncturistChiro - n/aNutrition/supplements - acidic foods make it worse (strawberries, citrus, tomatoes). Probiotics can help. Homeopathy - calendula cream topically; borax veneta, calendula officinalis, cantharis, merc sol, nitric acid, and sulphur can be given by mouth, or dissolved in water and applied topically. Aromatherapy - nothing for regular/irritant rash. For candida, can use oregano, geranium, or tea tree in a carrier oil. For bacterial, can use tea tree or lemongrass in an oil on the boils. Also in the Holistic Mamas Handbook: ringworm, cradle cap Refer to last week’s episode about eczema Next week: Sleep!Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments come together in her new book, Holistic Mamas Handbook, which can be ordered here. Her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of your baby’s life and is the subject of the first two seasons of this podcast. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. And remember, it’s always okay to call your doctor or emergency services if you have concerns about your child’s health. Resources discussed in this episode:There is more information like this in the Holistic Mamas Handbook. You can order the Holistic Mamas Handbook on AmazonThe Baby Manual is also available on AmazonDr. Keim’s Supplement/vitamins link for 10% off--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →308 - Allergies and Eczema
Nov 29, 202300:35:38Tap to summarizeDr. Carole Keim explores the topics of allergies and eczema in this episode. She defines what each disease is and what typically causes their appearance. All your questions about what symptoms to look for in your infant or child as well as how you can treat allergies and eczema when discovered will be answered by Dr. Keim. Allergies, eczema, and asthma are called atopic diseases and tend to run in families. So if there’s a family member that has either allergies or eczema or asthma, or multiples of these, your child is at higher risk of developing them. Dr. Keim explains the science behind the reactions and symptoms before detailing exactly what types of medicines or interventions are safe and effective. While there are many Western medicine treatments available, holistic alternatives do exist and Dr. Keim explains which are safest to pursue.In this episode:Allergies (01:10)Symptoms: allergic cascade: antigen binds to IgE (produced by B cells which are white blood cells), IgE binds to mast cells, and mast cells degranulate and release histamine and other cytokines (cellular chemicals) that cause blood vessels to dilate and leak fluid into surrounding tissue, which causes symptoms of nasal congestion, watery eyes, runny nose, and mucus in airways / cough; histamine also causes itching, rashes/hives, and spasm of airways causing wheezing. Severe allergic reactions can make the blood pressure drop dangerously low from the blood vessels dilating and can cause severe airway spasm and swelling - this is known as anaphylaxis. Parents who have allergies/asthma/eczema (atopic diseases) are more likely to have a child with allergies, but it’s often to different things than the parents are allergic to.Western - avoid allergen (keep the house clean, use HEPA filters, avoid pets, wash off after being outside, avoid foods and medications you’re allergic to); we work backwards / up the allergic cascade: antihistamines, steroids, mast cell stabilizers, anti-IgE injections, allergy shots (which contain small amounts of what your child is allergic to and are gradually increased to retrain the immune system into recognizing it as ok); epinephrine for anaphylaxis to reverse the vasodilation and bronchospasmAcu - decreases overall inflammation, great for environmental allergies Chiropractic - can help with overall wellness and inflammation, but doesn’t specifically treat allergies. Nutrition/supplements - none in the US other than avoiding foods you’re allergic to (nuts, fish, and shellfish will cross-react with others in the same group, and milk will cross-react with soy); outside the US they do sublingual immune therapy which is kind of like allergy shots but the antigen is given orally, but this has a risk for anaphylaxis. Homeopathy - whatever the allergen is Oils - eucalyptus/peppermint in a diffuser, lavender and tea tree topically (anti-inflammatory) Eczema (23:01)Symptoms: dry skin, rash, itching; more common on surfaces that rub (cheeks and extensor surfaces in babies, flexor surfaces in older children) Western - keep skin moisturized (emollients like vaseline or aquaphor for dry skin, unscented lotion on a daily basis), avoid scented lotions/soaps/detergents, wash new clothes before wearing them, steroid creamAcu - decreases overall inflammation and can help Chiropractic - can help with overall wellness and inflammation, but doesn’t specifically treat eczema Nutrition/supplements - avoid allergenic foods (wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts, fish), consider hydrolyzed formula, limit sugar in older children, add more fresh fruit/veggies/fiber to decrease inflammation, vitamin C, Vitamin D. Homeopathy - calendula cream, pine tar soap, antimonium crudum, graphites, sulphur Oils - can try topical oils in a carrier - lavender, chamomile, oregano, tea tree - sometimes topical oils or the carrier oil will make eczema worse Also in Holistic Mamas Handbook: asthma, nosebleeds (can be related to allergies) Next week: baby acne and diaper rash! Dr. Keim has extensively researched the information presented in this episode. Her insight and knowledge on alternative and holistic treatments come together in her new book, Holistic Mamas Handbook, which can be ordered here. Her first book, The Baby Manual, covers year one of your baby’s life and is the subject of the first two seasons of this podcast. Follow Dr. Carole Keim on her TikTok and YouTube channels for additional tips and advice on babies and toddlers. And remember, it’s always okay to call your doctor or emergency services if you have concerns about your child’s health. Resources discussed in this episode:More like this in the Holistic Mamas Handbook. You can order the Holistic Mamas Handbook here: https://amzn.to/3rlXhb7The Baby Manual is available on AmazonSupplement/vitamins link for 10% off--Dr. Carole Keim MD: linktree | tiktok | instagram Win an awesome bundle of free hair care products and accessories!We're running a competition in collaboration with Arctic Fox. Be in with the chance to win a complete hair transformation kit.Enter the competition today!Check out Arctic Fox's website - use code DRKEIM at checkout for 15% discount.—— Did you know an estimated 18 to 20 billion disposable diapers go into the landfills every year in the us? And those diapers take between 400 and 500 years to break down because of the plastic in them. HIRO Diapers is helping the planet and also helping parents out by not being any more expensive than regular disposable diapers.These diapers are made with no plastic. They also come with these packets of fungal spores that you can drop in the diaper. And when those go into the landfill, they grow into a fungus that eats the plastic around them so you can help the planet get healthier while also helping your baby.Check out the website. They also do a monthly diaper subscription. Use code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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