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  1. Key points about molluscum contagiosum molluscum contagiosum is a common skin infection that is caused by a virus it causes small raised bumps on the skin the bumps are not sore but can be itchy molluscum spreads easily the bumps usually clear up on their …
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  2. How much sleep teens need Teenagers need an average of 9 hours of sleep each night. Sleep is important – it is the time when growing happens. During the teenage years, the body's 'clock' is temporarily reset, telling a person to fall asleep later and wake …
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  3.   Key messages in other languages                   Key messages Feeding whenever your baby wants to feed will help maintain your milk supply. This is your baby's way of making sure they have all the breast milk they need. The milk they take is replaced …
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  4. Key points about magnet dangers for children swallowed magnets can be very dangerous  keep tiny powerful magnets out of the reach of tamariki educate your older tamariki and rangatahi (young people) about the risks of swallowing these magnets  if your …
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  5.   Key points about coping with crying and the dangers of shaking a baby   crying is how pēpi communicate have a plan for what you will do if your baby keeps crying and you become upset or frustrated - there are things you can do and people who can help …
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  6.   Key points about fluoroscopy in children fluoroscopy uses continuous x-rays to create a movie during a fluoroscopy procedure, the continuous x-ray movie is recorded to help see inside your child's body fluoroscopy procedures may use contrast to get …
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  7.   How can I learn CPR?   Parents and whānau should know how to do CPR (rescue breathing and chest compressions). Find courses near you, run by organisations including: Hato Hone | St John New Zealand Red Cross | Ripeka Whero Aotearoa   How to do CPR …
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  8. Key points about sleep and anxiety anxiety is likely a common reason for trouble falling asleep at night and staying asleep you can help by trying to understand your child's fears acknowledge that being scared or worried is normal and that everyone feels …
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  9. Well Child Tamariki Ora providers You can choose who will carry out your child's Well Child Tamariki Ora care. Check the Health Information and Services website (Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand) for a listing of Well Child Tamariki Ora providers . A …
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  10. Autism-takiwātanga support and resources by age group Whānau of tamariki with autism-takiwātanga sometimes find they want to use different support services at different stages of their child's life and development.    Diagnosis of autism-takiwātanga and …
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  11. Key points about button battery dangers for children   if you think your child has but a button battery in their mouth, nose or ear - go to hospital immediately button batteries are very dangerous for tamariki if they swallow one or put one in their ear …
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  12.   Key points about x-rays in children an x-ray uses a form of radiation that can pass through the body an x-ray can take pictures of what is happening inside the body x-rays help health professionals diagnose and monitor medical conditions and guide …
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  13. References for Much more than words | Manuka takoto, kawea ake Action for Stammering Children, information sheets | Stammering Centre Information for parents | British Stammering Association Flipsen, P., Jr (2006). Measuring the speech intelligibility of …
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  14.   Key points about CT scans in children CT scan stands for computerised tomography scan a CT scanner uses x-ray beams to take detailed pictures of the body CT scans help health professionals diagnose and monitor medical conditions, plan surgeries, and …
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  15. Different health professionals will see you and your child at different times. Page 9 of your copy of 'My health book' lists which health professionals you and your child will see at each visit.    Check the Ministry of Health website for  a listing of …
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  16.   Key messages in other languages                   Key messages Your milk usually takes 2 to 3 days to come in, and pēpi usually regain their birth weight by 10 to 14 days. Wet nappies should start to become more frequent, with at least 6 every 24 hours …
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  17. Key points about developmental hip dysplasia developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) affects the hip joint in pēpi (babies) and young tamariki (children) DDH occurs when the hip joint doesn't form properly, causing instability or dislocation early …
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  18. Key points about communication and early literacy skills communication skills are strongly linked to the development of reading and writing a child's ability to communicate is directly related to their literacy development Why literacy is important for …
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  19. Autism-tākiwatanga support information Ngā kete tipuranga: the basket of growth and development  It can sometimes be overwhelming finding age-appropriate information on autism-takiwātanga. This page is designed to make it easier by tailoring information …
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  20. Key points about diabetes and physical activity in children regular physical activity is important and benefits people of all ages it is important to encourage tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people) with diabetes to be active as part of their …
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  21. What is an IV line? An IV line is sometimes known as a cannula.  It's a short, small plastic tube with a needle inside.   A member of the healthcare team will put the IV line into your child's vein. They will take the needle out and leave the plastic tube …
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  22. How to tell if your child has a vision or eye problem See a health professional if you notice any of the following are happening. What you might notice if you look at your child's eyes one or both pupils have an unusual or white appearance - you may see …
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  23.   Key messages in other languages                   Key messages   Ask to be shown how to feed.  Make sure your baby is properly attached (latched). If they are latched you will have a good supply of milk and your baby will get a good feed, and your …
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  24. Key points about Perthes disease Perthes disease is a rare condition affecting the hip joint in tamariki and rangatahi it happens when the blood supply to the head of the thigh bone (femur) is disrupted symptoms include a limp and pain in the hip, groin, …
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  25. What children can do and say by 5 years Do Asks the meanings of words, and tries to use new words Retells stories they have heard in the right order, using some story phrases; for example, "once upon a time", "the end". Asks for help appropriately; for …
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  26. Anxiety Anxiety is a common and natural feeling that everybody experiences. Anxiety is one of the most common problems experienced by tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people). If anxiety is significantly impacting your child's everyday life, then …
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  27. Getting ready Thoroughly wash and dry your hands. Prepare the bottle of formula and wash and dry your hands again. Some sleepy newborns may need waking up to feed. (If you are worried because your baby is sleepy and hard to feed, talk to your midwife, …
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  28. Brief answers to your questions about common infectious illnesses   The conditions covered are: Chickenpox Hand, foot and mouth Head lice (Nits) Impetigo (School sores) Measles Molluscum contagiosum Ringworm (Tinea infections) Rubella Scabies Slapped …
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  29. Key points about mesenteric adenitis mesenteric adenitis is a common cause of tummy pain in tamariki it happens when the lymph nodes in the tummy become swollen, usually after a viral infection it often gets better on its own with rest and care at home …
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