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- … of age, it's important they have this screening in their first year at school. This screening picks up most hearing … age, it's important they have this screening done in their first year at school. If your child missed their screening, …Last reviewed
- … to test any new cream or lotion on a small patch of skin first (patch testing). If there is no irritation, your teen … can make the skin dry and irritated, especially in the first few weeks. Your teen should only use a small amount — a … which feels best. If using a safety razor, soften the hair first with warm water and cleanser. Encourage your teen to …Last reviewed
- … or ibuprofen throughout your child's treatment without first talking to your child's oncologist. Check all … child's doctor before giving them to your child for the first time. If the doctor is not available, contact the nurse …Last reviewed
- … return to doing the things they enjoy? Taking it easy at first As your child recovers from acute rheumatic fever, you …Last reviewed
- … I return to doing the things I enjoy? Taking it easy at first As you recover from acute rheumatic fever, you might …Last reviewed
- … should be part of your 'house rules' from the day they first head off by themselves. If they can't – or won't answer … suspicious about what he might be hiding from us in the first place – but in the end we all agreed that if he …Last reviewed
- Holding a meeting before a child with cancer returns to school Before the child or young person returns to school or early learning, it is a good idea to hold a meeting between school staff, parents or caregivers and the child's Regional Health School …Last reviewed
- … part is scanned, your child may enter the MRI machine head first or feet first. Some examples of the different types of coils that …Last reviewed
- … the pass, ignore the behaviour. Even if it gets worse at first, continue to ignore it. If your child comes out of … guide them back to bed with little or no talking. For the first few nights, remind your child how the pass works, give …Last reviewed
- … future if your child is old enough, ask them if it’s OK first before posting about them set clear boundaries with … of your child on social media, check your privacy settings first. Some social media networks may have public or open …Last reviewed
- … to check the information on ear infections and glue ear first. Ear Infections In Children Glue Ear In Children What … operation. Your child may be a little unsettled when they first wake up after the anaesthetic, but they are usually …Last reviewed
- … iron medicine Keep giving iron each day until your child's first birthday or your health professional asks you to stop. … a little firmer and some pēpi become constipated when they first start taking iron, but this usually settles. If you …Last reviewed
- … of their condition. Often tamariki have EEN when they first receive a Crohn's disease diagnosis. They may also have … Please discuss these with your health professional first, as some therapies can be harmful or may interact with …Last reviewed
- … to move around, and some tamariki find it less scary at first. Footstool A footstool can help your child get up to … toilet training. If your child regularly has a dry nappy first thing in the morning, you can try and stop nappies at …Last reviewed
- … teeth too, so it's important you look after your child's first teeth. Caring For Your Baby's Teeth Development … between a child and their primary caregiver in the first few years of life. Secure attachments have positive …Last reviewed
- … that parents don't want to give out much information at first. They may still be finding out about their child's … straightaway. It is best to talk to the family and whānau first before setting up any kind of fundraising activities. …Last reviewed
- … painful for pēpi (babies) treatment usually starts in the first few weeks of life and continues throughout childhood … bar. This helps keep the feet in the correct position. At first, your baby wears the brace most of the time. Later, …Last reviewed
- … become clearer. What happens in a stem cell transplant First there needs to be a source of stem cells Stem cells can …Last reviewed
- … is not used to eating together regularly, start small. At first, get used to eating together 2 or 3 times a week, … about what your teens are doing at school is a great first step. Attend their games and performances. Go to the …Last reviewed
- … information about the health of the lungs. These happen first. A lung biopsy may help if the scans and lung function …Last reviewed
- … comes from Tomisaku Kawasaki, the Japanese doctor who first described it in 1967. Kawasaki disease causes high … if their symptoms have not improved after the first dose. Aspirin Your child's health professional will …Last reviewed
- … or sitting on your lap, but check with the nurse or doctor first to see if this is possible. It is not helpful to offer … techniques even if they do not seem to be working at first. Keep talking Talk with your child and build on the …Last reviewed
- Key points about Duchenne muscular dystrophy muscular dystrophy (MD) refers to a group of conditions that cause muscle weakness that gets worse over time it's caused by changes (variants) in genes that are inherited Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is …Last reviewed
- … to read the pages on tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy first. These have information about what tonsils and adenoids … Your child should: rest as much as possible for the first few days after surgery not go to school, kura or …Last reviewed
- … 21. This usually happens by chance when the baby is first developing. It’s not caused by anything the parents did …Last reviewed
- … the painful area to help reduce pain and swelling. For the first 24 to 48 hours, apply ice wrapped in a damp towel to … can do this every 2 to 4 hours for 20 minutes at a time. First Aid For Sprains & Strains In Children Monitor symptoms If …Last reviewed
- … time, take it away without fuss. We eat the most in the first 10 minutes of a meal, so aim to finish the meal within … may use it as a way to get them to eat something healthy first. But this can make your child more interested in the …Last reviewed
- … of this mucus. This cough may be worse during infections, first thing in the morning and during exercise. But, it’s … may have bronchiectasis. A chest x-ray is usually the first test but it doesn't always show bronchiectasis damage …Last reviewed
- … - speak to your pharmacist or health professional first. What is severe dengue fever? Symptoms of dengue … If your child is feeling sick during your trip or in the first 3 weeks after you return home, seek medical advice. If …Last reviewed
- … on your own, always talk to a health professional first What is foetal anticonvulsant syndrome (FACS)? Foetal …Last reviewed
