The importance of the early parent–infant relationship
Parental care and early childhood developmentParental care begins with the birth of the first child. Although they are faced with all the complexity of this tas
The effect of chemical toxins on infant growth and development
At Littledot, we are committed to building a long-term relationship of trust and well-being with families by raising awareness about the environmental factors t
How to stay safe from environmental risks during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of excitement and change, but it’s also a critical period for making informed decisions about your health and your baby’s development. With
Effects of iron deficiency on early brain development
AbstractIron is an important micronutrient which participates in the complex processes of brain development, maturation and functioning. During early brain deve
Infant massage techniques and benefits for infant and parents
We want to create a long-term relationship of trust and health with parents and children The massage has a long tradition. In India, birth is followed by an oil
Childhood leg pain and what parents need to know
Most children complain of pain in one or both legs at some point. The pain may occur in the evening or at night, sometimes in the morning or during the day. It
The most common childhood injuries and how to treat them
Physical trauma When a trauma occurs, the first person to assist the child is usually someone without medical training. Assistance from someone with basic first
Caring for Children at an Early Age – Nursery and Babysitter
Building a long-term relationship of trust and healthCreating a nurturing environment for infants is essential for their psychophysical, emotional, and social d
Potty training challenges and solutions for parents
Understanding the process of potty trainingPotty training is a significant milestone in a child’s development and a common topic among parents and experts. Many
Encopresis in children – causes, symptoms, and how to help
Encopresis, also known as involuntary fecal soiling, is a common but distressing condition in children, often caused by chronic stool withholding. Many parents
Understanding the Apgar Score assessing newborn vitality
Building trust and health with parents and children At LittleDot, we are committed to fostering a long-term relationship of trust and health with parents and ch
Baby fitness
Milivoj Jovančević, Andrea Čalopek ButkovićExercises which are part of a “Baby fitness” programme have multiple benefits. The building of the brain continues ev
Travelling and summer holidays
TravellingAs a rule, avoid overheated cars. The best time to set off on a trip is late afternoon or early morning. Bear in mind the possibility of traffic jams
Pneumococcal disease and specific immunisation
What is Streptococcus pneumoniae?The Streptococcus pneumoniae bacterium – also known as pneumococcus – is a common cause of respiratory tract inflammations, oft
Relieving nasal congestion
Sea water The beneficial properties of salt and sea water were already known to the ancient civilisations of China, India and Greece. Two centuries ago, with th
Diaper-free infants: growing up without diapers?
In recent years, the notion that children should be allowed to grow up diaper-free has been gaining attention in developed countries. Consequently, an increasin
Early brain development: Key processes of growth and maturation
The foundations of brain developmentA commonly held belief is that we are fully formed at birth and need only food and time to grow and become adults. However,
Raising children
Raising children is one of the most difficult tasks – one you will never feel fully prepared for. However, it is also among the most fulfilling tasks. Here is s
LittleDot health journal – FREE support for the health of your entire family
The LittleDot Health Journal is designed as a practical, detailed tool for tracking the health of all family members, from the youngest to the oldest. This app
Head lice (pediculus humanus capitis)
What are head lice? The head louse is an arthropod, a type of parasite. It lives only on humans, close to the hair line. It prefers areas behind the ears, on th
The effects of essential fatty acids on brain development
SummaryThis review paper provides an overview of basic knowledge on essential fatty acids and their effect on early brain development. Special attention is give
The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Pregnancy and Early Infancy
What are essential fatty acids?Essential fatty acids are unsaturated fatty acids with two or more double bonds in their molecular structure. Also known as long-
Expressing breast milk
We want to create a long-term relationship of trust and health with parents and childrenIn the period of breastfeeding, there are various situations in which ex
Infants and celebrations
The birth of a child brings significant changes into the family routine as the infant instantly becomes the centre of attention. The infant receives a lot of ti