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  1. … The rash can sometimes be itchy. The rash looks blotchy at first and then over time, looks more like sunburn. The area …
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  2. … such as when talking to a baby sibling.  Identifies first sounds in words; for example, "puku starts with p". Is …
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  3. … and exploration. Play helps your child's brain During the first years of your child's life, it is play, not scheduled …
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  4. … this mucus.  This cough may get worse during infections, first thing in the morning and during exercise. But, it’s …
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  5. … skin. Glucose moves from blood vessels and capillaries first and then into interstitial fluid. When rising or …
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  6. Key points about supporting your teenager with cancer cancer and treatment could restrict the type of activities your teen can do there are things you can do to help support them transition back to school and connect with peers a key contact person at the …
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  7. … the chips during cooking and stop cooking when the first brown lines or spots appear. Let chips cool (they will …
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  8. Key points about alcohol guidelines it is best not to supply alcohol to rangatahi under 18  it's not the amount of liquid you are drinking that's important – it's the amount of alcohol it contains it takes at least 1 hour – and sometimes much longer – to …
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  9. … such as stickers or stamps make it easy to earn rewards at first - for example, staying in their room at the start of …
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  10. … tamariki who have breath-holding spells will have their first spell before they are 18 months old. Most tamariki grow …
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  11. … your child when they need it  Your PHO is usually your first contact when your child is sick. Advantages of …
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  12. … stool that is easier to clean up. From day 4 and for the first few weeks, your baby should pass at least 2 yellow …
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  13. … your baby turns 5. Most appointments are in your child's first year, when support is most helpful.   PlunketLine When …
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  14. … into food processor and whizz until smooth and creamy. At first the banana mix will be grainy. Keep whizzing with food …
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  15. Key points about living with epilepsy learn about your child's epilepsy so you feel confident and well informed - your child will take their lead from you your child needs understanding and time to adjust to their epilepsy generally, your whānau routine …
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  16. … that help you express your gender Find or use items that aid in expressing your gender and makes you feel more …
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