Common illnesses, symptoms, immunisations, red flags and when to seek help — reviewed by health-trained editors.
Infant paracetamol and ibuprofen are dosed by weight and age, and never combined without advice. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Choking, burns, febrile seizures and falls are the four scenarios worth rehearsing. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Grapes, cherry tomatoes, nuts, popcorn and hard raw vegetables are the highest-risk foods. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Babies under six months should be kept out of direct sun rather than relying on sunscreen. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Snoring with pauses and effortful breathing during sleep warrants review. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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PND affects around one in eight parents, including fathers. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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A persistent squint after three months needs an ophthalmology referral. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Faltering growth is a pattern across weeks, not a single low reading. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Most childhood infections are viral, so antibiotics are unhelpful and carry side effects. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Bring the red book, medicines, a comforter and phone charger. hard-won lessons from families who have been through it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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