HEALTH COACH - Have parents put grandparents' babies at risk?

HEALTH COACH -

 Have parents put grandparents' babies at risk?  
 Research presented at the 2017 Pediatric Academic Societies meeting examined Thursday grandparents on childcare techniques, such as putting children on their backs, having loose bedding in A bed and the use of ice baths to lower high fever. 
 
 As other grandparents take child care roles, according to the Census Bureau of the United States, many believe that, since they raised their own children In adulthood, their methods are safe. Dr. Andrew Adesman, Head of Pediatrics Development and Behavior at the Cohen Children 's Medical Center in New York and lead author of the study, says this is not always the case. 
 
 Some parental practices and guidelines have changed since they were Parents 20 or 30 years ago. 
 
 When you were a baby, you probably were not tied in a five point harness facing the rear when driving in a car, as recommended by experts. You might have tasted solid foods in the first few months of life or slept with big blankets and stuffed animals 
 
 
 "We should not assume that simply because They raised a child before, Re experts, "Adesman said. 
 
 In studying the extent to which grandparents subscribed to outdated kinship tactics, Adesman and his team learned that many myths stood as truths. 
 
 With new guidelines and suggestions published constantly, it can be difficult for everyone to continue. The learning curve can be particularly difficult for an elderly adult who is not surrounded and exchanged information with other caregivers. 
 
 Having a grandparent as a primary caregiver or caring for a child during working days is the parent's option. children. 
 
 Experienced guards can usually provide a safe environment, but   to avoid unintentional injuries, grandparents and babysitters must be equally educated regarding Safety and first aid. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 , And included a questionnaire completed by 636 participants in the United States who identified themselves as grandparents. Within this group, nearly one quarter did not know that infants should be asleep on their backs, not on their stomachs or on their sides. An incorrect sleep position is a major risk factor for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), the leading cause of death in infants between 1 month and 1 year of age. 
 
 When asked if scratches or cuts heal better with or without bandage, 68% of grandparents did not know that the wounds should be covered. Most knew, however, that butter is not an appropriate remedy for minor burns. 
 
 Although it may seem that little has changed, what appeared to be common knowledge decades ago may represent real threats to the health and safety of a young person child. 
 
 Forty-four percent of grandparents surveyed agreed that "ice baths are a good way to cause high fever." In fact, ice baths can present a risk of hypothermia. 
 
 "Many thought that an ice bath could cause a very high fever. Of course, this might sound logical, but it is dangerous to put a child in cold water, because That you can reduce the body temperature too, "Adesman said. 
 
 Adesman recommends grandparents use the same resources that parents monitor for the latest news about childhood safety. The site of the American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children is one of the tips for children of all ages. 
 
 Californian pediatrician Tanya Altmann, who did not participate in the new study, says it is an "awakening", "Not only for caregivers but for pediatricians. Must ensure that they adequately educate all those involved in the lives of their patients, she says. 
 
 Although the study was about grandparents, Adesman And Altmann both acknowledge that other groups may make the same mistakes.In a previous study, Adesman interviewed pediatricians (PDF) and found that only 24% correctly answered all 12 questions about the safety information 
 
 In his practice, Altmann hears many of these myths about the health of new parents and grandparents. 
 
 "I would love to see this study redone and handed over to the parents , I think people would be surprised, "he said.