Healthy Baby

Causes, Remedies, and When to Worry Imagine waking up to see your baby’s delicate skin covered in red, itchy bumps. It's alarming, right? Hives, medically known as urticaria, can cause sudden panic for parents, especially when they appear unexpectedly. But before you let your mind race to the worst-case scenario, let’s take a closer look at what hives are, why they occur, and how to manage them safely. What Are Hives, and Are They Dangerous? Hives are raised, itchy bumps on the skin that may appear red or pale. While they often look unsettling, hives are usually not dangerous. In most cases, they are a reaction to something your baby has been exposed to—such as food, an insect bite, or even a viral infection. That said, there are moments when hives might signal something more serious. If your baby has hives accompanied by symptoms like difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or vomiting, it could be an allergic reaction or even anaphylaxis, which requires immediate me...