Newborns & infants
Feeding, early growth, and the first health checks.
Paediatric care · Kolhapur
Dr. Archana SharmaMBBS · MD (Paediatrics)
For every stage of growing up.
A thoughtful space for the questions that come with raising a child. Currently Senior Resident at GMC Kolhapur.
A little reassurance for the journey
Every child has their own story.
About the doctor
The journey so far.
A path shaped by medical training and ongoing work with children and families.
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Senior Resident
Government Medical College, Kolhapur
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MD (Paediatrics)
Government Medical College and Hospital, Aurangabad (now Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)
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MBBS
Kanachur Institute of Medical Sciences
Paediatric care
Growing, together.
Children's needs change over time. Each stage brings a new conversation about growth, health, and everyday care.
Childhood
Development, prevention, and the concerns of busy childhood years.
Adolescence
Thoughtful health conversations as children grow more independent.
For parents
Helpful, at every step.
A starting point for conversations with your paediatrician. These short guides are educational and do not assess an individual child.
01 / AGE GUIDE
Vaccines & milestones
Select an age to see vaccination and checkup topics to discuss.
BIRTH
First days
IAP vaccine timetable: BCG, OPV, and the first hepatitis B dose.
At the checkup: Ask about feeding, weight, and jaundice.
Selected stages from the IAP–ACVIP 2025 timetable (published 2026; source checked November 2026). The child's vaccination record and clinician's advice take priority.
02 / SYMPTOM GUIDE
When to seek care
Recognise some signs that call for prompt in-person assessment.
FEVER
Seek prompt medical assessment
A baby younger than 3 months with fever, or any child who is unusually drowsy, difficult to wake, or unable to drink, needs prompt in-person care.
Based on IAP parent guidance on fever and fever with cough, plus WHO child danger signs (sources checked November 2026). If you are worried, seek care; do not wait for a website result.
Appointments
Request an appointment.
For appointment enquiries, start a message on WhatsApp. For urgent concerns, seek in-person medical care.