We are pleased to be sponsoring the “Responsible Parenting” campaign, which is a reliable source of knowledge for all parents and couples who want to become Parents. The highly educational message was ensured thanks to the support of eminent authorities. The campaign was created under the substantive patronage of the Institute of Mother and Child, and all articles are available on the website www.pacjentilekarz.pl
Being a parent is a beautiful adventure, but not without its difficulties and many challenges. In the ocean of information and good advice, many dilemmas arise that accompany parents in raising a child. Health is an invariable value, and the parent’s child’s health. Fortunately, medicine has new diagnostic possibilities and therapies every year, which allows to effectively support parents in the life challenge of parenthood.
The campaign was supported by Monika Mrozowska, actress, author of culinary books, mother of 4 children. For us, she agreed to tell about her motherhood and her way of life to feel a fulfilled person.
The publication opens with a statement by Dr. Anna Zimna-Zając, biotechnologist, editor-in-chief of MedTvoiLokona, who presents the problem of obesity in children.
Very important issues in the context of being a mother are raised by psychologist Joanna Frejus, who discusses the feelings that accompany motherhood. The most important thing the expert talks about is building a support network and stopping mutual criticism. “Mom shaming is a phenomenon that takes away our potential to support each other” – noted the psychologist.
We asked Ane Krysiewicz, Mother Pharmacist, to comment on cleansing the skin of children. In this article, we will learn what to look for when choosing hygiene products for young children, how to avoid irritation and what ingredients should be included in the care products. In the context of children’s skin, the choice of the right diaper is no less important. Dr. Alicja Karney advises parents on how to take care of this aspect of caring for a newborn and small child.
The key topic of the campaign is taking care of the proper development of the fetus, which is raised by prof. dr hab. n. med. Bronisława Pietrzak I Department and Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Medical University of Warsaw. In his speech, a gynecologist explains what are the key ingredients for the proper development of pregnancy to reduce the risk of malformations. “Taking folic acid in the recommended amount by women lowers the risk of fetal defects by as much as 70%” – emphasizes prof. Pietrzak.
The topic of securing the child’s health in the context of cord blood is discussed by dr hab. n. med. Emilian Snarski and midwife Anna Bulczak. Experts explain why cord blood is valuable, what stem cells are and what their use is, and how the collection procedure works. An important issue mentioned is the possibility of using umbilical cord blood within the family.
One of the most important topics in the publication is vaccination, which is one of the key achievements of medicine. Currently, they are the most effective and often the only method of protection against infectious diseases that threaten our health and life. Dr. Alicja Karney, MD, head of the One-Day Hospitalization Department of the Institute of Mother and Child in Warsaw, speaks about vaccinations. The doctor discusses the subject of whooping cough very thoroughly. Whooping cough appears to be a controlled disease only and is still a health and life-threatening problem, especially for the youngest children.
Participation in the campaign also includes the topic of taking care of clean air. What we breathe guarantees well-being and health. Unfortunately, polluted air accompanies us all year round. In the material, we answer the question of how to protect yourself from its negative effects.
The editorial office recommends reading all articles that are part of the “Responsible parenthood” campaign, also available on the website www.pacjentilekarz.pl.