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- … infection again? Some immunity to RSV develops over the first couple of years of life. But you can have RSV more than once. Symptoms are usually milder after the first time. Preventing your child from getting RSV …Last reviewed
- … your child or young person’s best interests and puts these first. Differences between wishes of a child or young person …Last reviewed
- … around 2 weeks after being infected. Early symptoms The first symptoms of slapped cheek disease in tamariki are: …Last reviewed
- … professional and teacher. Sometimes teachers may be the first to raise concerns and suggest that you and your child … It helps to learn a range of strategies so that if the first thing you try doesn't work, you have other options in …Last reviewed
- … hyperbaric oxygen therapy for a child with cerebral palsy? First, an assessment is necessary to look for problems that …Last reviewed
- … had chemicals splashed in their eye, they need immediate first aid. Wash their eye(s) with water for at least 10 minutes and …Last reviewed
- … temperature changes, unclear thinking). It's important to first assume it is a 'hypo'. Then if not, consider whether …Last reviewed
- Nasogastric (NG) tubes and nasojejunal (NJ) tubes Nasogastric (NG) and nasojejunal (NJ) tubes are both nasal tubes, but while NG tubes end in the stomach, NJ tubes end in the intestine. They are a temporary way of feeding your child. A medical …Last reviewed
- … waterproof, adhesive dressing covers the exit site and the first few inches of the outside catheter. Dressing changes …Last reviewed
- … Rheumatic Fever? Follow the journey in pictures - from the first signs of the sickness to ongoing follow up care. A …Last reviewed
- … they feed. Frequent feeding is normal when your baby is first born. Nipples can be tender, but should not be sore, …Last reviewed
- … Pasifika tamariki should see a health professional in the first 1 to 2 days of any sore throat Causes of a sore throat …Last reviewed
- … may not want to talk about or play their experiences at first (or at all). How teachers can help protect your child …Last reviewed
- 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 …Last reviewed
- … your child when they need it Your PHO is usually your first contact when your child is sick. Advantages of …Last reviewed
- … that help you express your gender Find or use items that aid in expressing your gender and makes you feel more …Last reviewed
- … Principle 1: Children's & Young People's Needs Come First When tamariki and rangatahi receive health or …Last reviewed
- Where to get financial help You may be able to get financial support because of your child's extra needs. You can talk about which allowances you might be able to get with your: GP paediatrician social worker child development service Support from a …Last reviewed
- 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 …Last reviewed
- … your baby turns 5. Most appointments are in your child's first year, when support is most helpful. PlunketLine When …Last reviewed
- … just after falling asleep. They often sleep soundly in the first few hours after going to sleep. Tamariki are more …Last reviewed
- … rotavirus immunisation (given by mouth), most often in the first week after immunisation. The increased risk is between …Last reviewed
- … are curious and always wanting to learn. One of the first things they want to learn about is their bodies. They …Last reviewed
- … of miscarriage in pregnant women who get mumps during the first 3 months of pregnancy. There is no evidence that mumps …Last reviewed
- … adhesive dressing always covers the exit site and the first few inches of the outside catheter. You (or a nurse) …Last reviewed
- … stool that is easier to clean up. From day 4 and for the first few weeks, your baby should pass at least 2 yellow …Last reviewed
- … It looks at the food pipe (oesophagus), stomach and the first part of the small bowel (duodenum). A gastroscope is …Last reviewed
- … over time. But, it is best to prevent it happening in the first place. Preventing positional head flattening You can …Last reviewed
- … your baby's bed in the same room as you for at least the first 6 months. Have a firm, flat mattress that fits your …Last reviewed
- … on the stove Cook on the back elements of the stove first. Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove and …Last reviewed
