· 3 min read
Bruising in Children
When is bruising in children dangerous? Learn which bruises are warning signs, common causes, and when to see a doctor. Expert advice from Bodrum Pediatrician.
Blog
Children's health blog
Reliable, easy-to-read articles by Dr. Gizem Güngör Takeş on baby and child health, nutrition, vaccines and development.
Latest post
All posts
Reliable information and practical tips on baby and child health.
3 min read
What Can a One-Year-Old Do?
What can a one-year-old do? Explore motor, language, social and psychosocial developmental milestones at 12 months — and which signs to watch for. Bodrum Pediatrician explains.
3 min read
How Should You Dress a Baby?
How should you dress a baby? Discover the right fabrics, layering techniques, and seasonal tips for keeping your baby comfortable and safe. Bodrum Pediatrician explains.
3 min read
Why Should Newborns Not Be Kissed?
Why should newborns not be kissed? Learn how herpes virus, RSV, whooping cough and bacterial infections put your baby at risk. Expert advice from Bodrum Pediatrician.
4 min read
Baby Ear Shape Correction
Why should baby ear shape correction start early? Learn about non-surgical correction of prominent ears and ear deformities with the CranioWell method from Bodrum Pediatrician.
2 min read
A New Tick Species Has Been Detected in Türkiye
Scientific name: Haemaphysalis longicornis Originally native to the Far East and Oceania, Haemaphysalis longicornis has spread…
3 min read
HPV Vaccines and the Importance of Starting in Childhood
HPV (Human Papilloma virus) is one of the most common sexually transmitted viruses worldwide. Although most infections pass…
4 min read
Intravenous (IV) Vitamin Therapies
Modern lifestyles filled with high stress, poor nutrition, and environmental toxins can lead to vitamin and mineral deficiencies…
3 min read
Immune-Boosting Support for Frequently Ill Children
It is common for children to get sick often while growing up, especially those in daycare or school. However, frequent infections…
3 min read
Nasal Congestion in Children
Nasal congestion is one of the most common complaints in children. Especially during infancy and the preschool years, even a mild…
3 min read
Persistent Cough in Children and Solutions
Coughing is one of the most common complaints in childhood. It usually occurs after infections such as the common cold or flu and…
2 min read
Fever
A body temperature above 37.3°C in the armpit, 38.0°C in the ear and rectal (buttock) measurement is considered as fever. Fever…
2 min read
Childhood and the Sun
Although the sun is the source of life on earth, unfortunately it also has harmful effects. It is important to protect ourselves…
6 min read
Child Development
If you are concerned about your child's development, in this article you can review child development norms by month. Each…
5 min read
Breastfeeding Counseling
Breastfeeding counseling is a professional service that guides and supports mothers through the breastfeeding process. Breast…
3 min read
Infant and Pediatric Radiology: What is it and Why is it Important?
Infant and pediatric radiology is a specialized branch of radiological imaging used in the diagnosis and treatment of various…
5 min read
What is a Pregnancy & Baby Consultation?
is a periodic check-up with the expectant mother and father during pregnancy to monitor the health status of the baby. These…
2 min read
Vaccinations and Special Vaccinations: The Powerful Shield of Protection
Vaccines are one of the most important inventions in human history. Thanks to them, many deadly diseases have been brought under…
3 min read
Persistent Cough in Children
Persistent cough is common in childhood and school-age children. In order to call it a persistent cough in children, the cough…
3 min read
What is Heel Blood?
After the baby is born, 6 diseases are screened within the framework of the Turkish National Newborn Screening Program…
1 min read
How to Care for the Navel in a Newborn Child?
Before talking about care and its importance, I would like to explain what the umbilical cord is, so that it is understood why we…
2 min read
What is Pinworm?
Pinworms are a common intestinal parasite in children. Although it is thought to be more common in communities with low…
2 min read
What is the Denver Test?
The Denver test is a screening test used to screen for developmental delays in children aged 0-6 years. This test assesses…
2 min read
Complementary (supplementary) Nutrition - Introduction
I mentioned the 3-day rule, but what is Supplementary Nutrition? When our baby is 6 months old, it is now necessary to supplement…
2 min read
Complementary (supplementary) Nutrition - BLW
Let's talk about what BLW is actually, which I talked a little bit about in my complementary feeding post. BLW (Baby Lead…
2 min read
The Child and the Sun
Summer is coming and sunscreen questions have increased again. Let's talk about sun protection today. Why is it so important to…
2 min read
Constipation
We can define it as hard and/or difficult stools that are less frequent and distressing than normal. Of course, if you ask what…
1 min read
Preventing Viruses at School
With the opening of schools, many respiratory viruses that we have not seen for a long time during quarantine processes have…
1 min read
Baby and Pacifier
To use or not to use a pacifier? It is a subject that varies from child to child and from physician to physician. I will talk…
3 min read
How is Hand Foot Mouth Disease Treated?
Hand foot and mouth disease, one of the childhood viral rash diseases, is characterized by a prominent rash in these 3 areas, as…
3 min read
How to Reduce Fever in Children?
I think the most worrying and most researched topic of every mother and father is fever. Of course, the most common search is how…
2 min read
Newborn Examination and its Importance
A neonatal examination is an important test to check that your baby is developing healthily after birth. These examinations…
2 min read
What is Picky Eating Problem in Children?
Picky eating in children is a very common problem. This problem, which worries parents, can prevent children from developing and…
2 min read
Bodrum Home and Hotel Inspection: Procedures Performed
It can be frustrating to get sick while enjoying Bodrum's beautiful scenery and mild climate. Fortunately, you can overcome your…
3 min read
First Food for Babies: A Guide to Transition to Supplemental Food
First Food is very important for babies. Breast milk is the main source of nutrition for babies for the first 6 months. The World…
We're here for your child's health
Our clinic in Bitez is open Every day 09:00–17:00. Request an appointment online, message us on WhatsApp or give us a call.