Babies and toddlers health
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Babies' and toddlers' health
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Breastfeeding your baby
Breastfeeding provides all the nutrition your baby needs during their first 6 months of life. Find out all you need to know about breastfeeding.
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Coughs and colds in children
Most coughs and colds in children are caused by viruses. Find out how to treat your child and prevent them from developing and spreading a cold.
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Croup
Croup is very common in children under 5 years old. Learn about croup symptoms, treatment, and when to seek urgent medical help.
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Fever in children
Fevers are quite common in young children and they are usually mild. Find out how to deal with fever and high temperatures in children here.
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Food allergies in children
Does your family have a history of eczema, asthma, hay fever or food allergies? Learn about food allergies in children and how to spot a reaction.
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Medicines for babies and children
Get practical and reliable advice on giving your sick infant or child medicine, including help with measuring dosage and managing side effects.
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Rashes
Rashes can be red, pink, purple, flat or bumpy, itchy, scaley or pus filled. Read on to learn about the causes and management of various rashes.
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Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children
If your child has a serious illness, it's important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and what to do.
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Whooping cough
Whooping cough is a contagious bacterial infection and is most serious in babies. Here's how to spot the symptoms and protect infants.