Dr. Amruta Thakkar - Pediatrician & Pediatric intensivist

Dr. Amruta Thakkar - Pediatrician & Pediatric intensivist A mother, a pediatrician and owner of Happy Kidz Child Clinic and Vaccination Center at Gota Ahmedabad Gujarat. It is a natural vaccine for your baby.

This page is for Parents to increase awareness of the Health Problems in Children from Infants to 18 Years. Dr Amruta Thakkar is a Pediatrician and Pediatric Critical Care Specialist with more than 10 years of
experience in this field. She has had the opportunity of studying and working in one of the best Childrens Hospital of the Country, Kanchi Kamakoti Childs Trust Hospital, Chennai. She was also associated with Columbia Asia Hospital, as a Consultant Pediatrician and Pediatric Intensivist. She carries the experience of treating children with mild illnesses to severe illnesses requiring ICU admission. She believes in evidence based clinical practice and a rational antibiotic usage policy. Services available:

Assessment, Evaluation and Management of all types of Newborn, infant, Childhood and Adolescent health problems. Vaccination of the children of all ages till 18 years of age as per the latest recommendations by trusted National and international Pediatric bodies

Various clinics where we shall discuss and manage common yet disturbing health issues of your child

Clinics:-

Expectant/New Parents Clinic:

Parenthood is a lovely yet challenging phase of life. Apart from understanding the little one, new mums have to adjust and understand the changes in her body as well. We are here to make this journey smooth and memorable for you. Expectant parents and New parents can come and consult us for the list of questions they have for their little one. We shall ensure you go back home with all your doubts cleared and be confident in handling the little one. Well Baby clinic:

Every morning you wake up and find some new development in your baby, you will end up wondering whether everything is alright. There would be comments from various relatives regarding the wellbeing of your baby. But don't worry, we shall make sure you know pretty well what a well baby means by discussing various aspects about your baby like Growth, development, feeding new normal sleep pattern and much more. Breast feeding clinic:

Mother's milk is liquid gold. It helps in good physical, mental emotional and bony development of your baby. However initiating breast feeding is an uphill task. But don't worry, we shall help you stride over this quite easily. And we promise, you would end up being a confident breast feeding mum.

Not every fever and cough is the same right now.H1N1 cases in children are rising and the biggest mistake parents are ma...
25/08/2026

Not every fever and cough is the same right now.

H1N1 cases in children are rising and the biggest mistake parents are making is assuming it is just a regular flu and waiting it out. The two look similar in the beginning but they are very different in how fast they progress and how serious they can get.

This carousel will help you tell the difference. Save it. You will need it.

If your child has any of these symptoms right now, tell me in the comments and I will guide you.



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H1N1 cases in children are rising and parents need to know what to watch for.This is not a regular cold. H1N1 hits harde...
22/08/2026

H1N1 cases in children are rising and parents need to know what to watch for.

This is not a regular cold. H1N1 hits harder and faster and the warning signs can escalate quickly in young children. The earlier you catch it the better the outcome.

Save this post and share it with every parent you know. This is exactly the kind of information that cannot wait.

If your child shows any of these signs, do not guess. Consult your doctor immediately.



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Happy Independence Day to every parent raising the next generation of this great nation.As a pediatrician, every healthy...
15/08/2026

Happy Independence Day to every parent raising the next generation of this great nation.

As a pediatrician, every healthy child I see is a reminder of what we are truly building. A stronger, healthier India starts with our children.

Today and every day, let us give them the health, love, and freedom they deserve to grow.

Jai Hind.

10/08/2026

If you stopped giving your child banana or curd during cold and cough, this one is for you.

These two foods are not the reason your child is sick. In fact they are doing the opposite. Bananas give your child the energy their body desperately needs to recover. Curd supplies probiotics that actively support the healing process from the inside.

Withholding them does not help. It slows recovery down.

Did you believe this myth too?



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This World Breastfeeding Week comes to an end today. But the conversation should never stop.To every mother who breastfe...
07/08/2026

This World Breastfeeding Week comes to an end today. But the conversation should never stop.

To every mother who breastfed through pain, exhaustion, and doubt. To every mother who tried and could not. To every mother who made a different choice for her baby. You all showed up. And that is what matters most.

As a pediatrician I have seen mothers carry so much guilt around feeding choices. I want you to know that your love for your child is never measured by how you feed them.



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This World Breastfeeding Week, let us talk about the myths that are making motherhood harder than it needs to be.So many...
06/08/2026

This World Breastfeeding Week, let us talk about the myths that are making motherhood harder than it needs to be.

So many mothers doubt themselves, feel guilty, or stop breastfeeding early because of information that was never true in the first place. As a pediatrician I want every mother to feel informed and supported, not confused and pressured.

Swipe through and tell me which myth you believed in the comments.



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03/08/2026

Not every cough needs a cough syrup. In fact most of the time it does not need one at all.

As a pediatrician I see parents reaching for cough syrup the moment their child starts coughing. It feels like the right thing to do. But coughs have different causes and without knowing the cause, giving any syrup can do more harm than good.

Before any medication is given, a proper examination and medical history is needed. That is the only way to know what your child actually needs.

Do not give unprescribed cough syrups to your child. When in doubt, always consult your doctor first.

Have you ever given cough syrup without a prescription? Tell me in the comments.



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You do not need expensive supplements to build your child's immunity. The answer is already in your kitchen.As a pediatr...
21/07/2026

You do not need expensive supplements to build your child's immunity. The answer is already in your kitchen.

As a pediatrician I always tell parents that the simplest everyday foods are the most powerful immunity boosters for children. Most parents overlook them because they seem too basic. But basic is exactly what works.

Swipe through to see all 6 and tell me which ones you are already giving your child in the comments.



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13/07/2026

Your child feels better and you stopped the medicine. This is one of the most common mistakes I see as a pediatrician.

Feeling better does not mean the infection is gone. It means the medicine is working. Stopping it early gives the infection a chance to come back, and this time it comes back stronger.

There is another risk most parents do not know about. Incomplete antibiotic courses build resistance. The same medicine that worked today may not work the next time your child actually needs it.

Always complete the full course your doctor prescribed. Every single day of it matters.

Have you ever stopped the medicine early thinking your child was fine? Tell me in the comments.



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If your child is not sleeping well at night, it is probably not their fault. It is something in their routine that needs...
24/06/2026

If your child is not sleeping well at night, it is probably not their fault. It is something in their routine that needs to change.

Most parents try everything but never look at the real reasons behind disturbed sleep. This carousel breaks down all 5 of them clearly so you know exactly what to fix.

Which one is happening in your house right now?

Address

302, 303, Centre Point Third Floor, Opposite Vrundavan Heights, Near Savvy Swarraj, Phase 1, Gota
Ahmedabad
382481

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