Do not rely on housemaids for baby massage. Vigorous and over zealous massage and exercise by maids have known to cause soft tissue injuries and fractures. Do not instill oil in ears or nostrils of the baby. Do not try to ‘raise the ghunti’ by putting finger inside mouth.
Vaccines are oral drops or injections given to protect baby from various communicable diseases. Vaccines have no role in prevention of a disease. Initial vaccines like Oral Polio, BCG and Hepatitis B are usually given before baby is discharged. Baby’s Growth parameters and Vaccination data are recorded in a heath card. It also shows dates for future check ups and vaccinations.