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Hand, foot and mouth disease

WEBThe first signs of hand, foot and mouth disease can be: After a few days mouth ulcers and a rash will appear. Ulcers appear in the mouth and on the tongue. These can be painful …

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Safer Sleep for Babies

WEBSome parents choose to share a bed (also known as co-sleeping) with their babies. It is important for you to know how to do this safely and that there are some circumstances in …

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Milk and soya free diets for babies

WEBAll cow's milk and soys milk including fresh, UHT, sterilised and dried milk should be avoided. The diet should be free of cow's milk protein (casein and whey), milk sugar …

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My personal child health record

WEBThe Healthy Child Programme. The Healthy Child Programme is a series of health and development reviews, screening tests, immunisations and information to support you, as …

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How to give your child liquid medicines

WEB1.Wash your hands. 2.Make sure your child is sitting upright. 3.Shake the bottle unless stated otherwise on the label. 4.Carefully pour the medicine into the medicine cup or …

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Urticaria (Hives) and Other Skin Allergy

WEBAngioedema is another skin allergy and is the name given to deeper swelling affecting the skin over the arms, legs, torso or face. It may also affect the tongue, mouth, throat and …

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How to care for your stitches and perineum following the birth of …

WEBYou will have had an examination of your perineum immediately after your baby’s birth which will have allowed your midwife or obstetrician to identify any grazes or tears you …

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Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

WEBTake the first step - if you think you are affected by OCD, talk to someone you like and trust, like a teacher, relative, counsellor or friend. It's important not to try and manage alone, …

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My baby is finding it hard to breathe

WEBIf your child has any of the following: Shows signs of working hard to breathe. These include constantly breathing fast, flaring of the nostrils, drawing in of the muscles below the rib s …

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Clinical Scenarios

WEB1) I am concerned that the child is in imminent danger. Contact the police on 999. 2) If a child is seriously ill or injured. You need to immediately refer the child to hospital and …

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Diarrhoea and/or Vomiting

WEBTummy bugs are extremely common in young children and are almost always caused by a virus. They are easily spread, resulting in outbreaks in nurseries and schools. Diarrhoea …

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6-8 weeks mother and baby check

WEBThe 6-8 week check is important for looking after both you and your baby. However, as you know, COVID-19 has placed a huge challenge on the on the NHS and, if this screening …

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