All genders

ABO incompatibility is one of the diseases which can cause jaundice. It happens when a mother's blood type is O, and her baby's blood type is A or B.

Rhesus disease is one of the diseases which can cause jaundice. It can only happen if a mother's blood type is Rhesus negative and her baby's blood type is Rhesus positive.

Information about the use of methylphenidate (such as Ritalin) for ADHD. Treatment with medicines is part of a comprehensive treatment programme for ADHD that includes behavioural therapy.

Pēpi (babies) will start getting their first teeth at around 6 months. Find out how you can look after them.

Basic dental care is free in New Zealand for tamariki (children) from birth until they turn 18. Enrol your child as early as possible and keep taking them for regular dental check-ups.

Intussusception is a rare condition where one part of the bowel slides inside the next (like a telescope) and causes a blockage.

When your child has a general anaesthetic, an anaesthetist will give them medicine to make them unaware and unconscious. You have an important role in preparing your child for their anaesthetic so that their experience is as positive as possible.

Information about the use of omeprazole for reflux (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease or GORD).

Information for parents and carers about the use of sodium picosulfate for constipation in children.

Information about the use of macrogol for constipation in children.

Information for parents and carers about the use of lactulose for constipation in children.

Tamariki (children) at 3 to 5 years of age are busy, are interested in new things and enjoy being active. Learn more about keeping your child safe and healthy.

Tamariki (children) at 2 to 3 years of age are learning about themselves and what they want and don't want. Find out more about keeping your child's teeth healthy, managing tantrums and keeping your home environment safe. 

Between 1 and 2 years your child may become more independent and their behaviour may change. Find out about safety in the home and how you can help your child learn and develop.

Watch a video to see 3 different whānau share their stories about the rewards and challenges of being parents. We hear how the Well Child Tamariki Ora nurses give them support and advice about caring for your child from 1 to 5 years of age.

Learn more about how you can help your baby to learn and develop from 6 to 12 months of age.