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Healthy and active children

Benefits of physical activity for children

Physical activity is good for your child's health and development. Learn about the benefits of exercise, and how to encourage your child to be active.

Dental care for babies and children

Learn about tooth development in babies and children, brushing teeth, flossing, tooth decay, other dental problems and when to see a dentist.

Developing life skills through sports

Sport is good for your child's physical health. Sport also has psychological benefits for children and teaches them important life skills.

Healthy eating for children

Healthy eating habits in children help them stay well and helps prevent illness. Learn about balanced diets, portion sizes and managing allergies.

Hydration tips for children

Children are sometimes at risk of dehydration, especially in hot weather and when exercising. Read about how to keep them safe and healthy.

Personal hygiene for children

Good personal hygiene is important to keep your child clean and healthy. Read these tips on supporting your child to learn these skills.

Safe exercise for children

Your child needs to exercise safely. Read about what equipment and activities are safe for them, and how much exercise they should be doing.

Sleep tips for children

Sleep is vital for a child's growth, learning and development. Find out how much sleep children need, and discover new ways to help them sleep well.

Asthma in children

Find out more about the signs and symptoms of asthma, aids and tips to help you care for your child and what to do if your child has an asthma attack.

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