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- … 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
- … brave Discuss these choices with a health professional first. The choices need to be achievable and available. Get … arm still. Discuss this with your child’s treatment team first to make sure they are appropriate and achievable …Last reviewed
- … on your own, always talk to a health professional first What is foetal anticonvulsant syndrome (FACS)? Foetal …Last reviewed
- … when it will occur. Early signs of biliary atresia In the first few weeks of life, pēpi with biliary atresia often seem …Last reviewed
- … it may not be possible to repair it in one surgery. The first stage may involve placing a temporary transparent … start having small amounts of breastmilk or formula. At first, milk may go through a tube passed through their nose …Last reviewed
- … Some pēpi need a scan soon after birth. Others have their first scan when they are a little older. Take your baby to … midwife or obstetric team, usually arranges your baby’s first ultrasound after birth. Enrol your baby at a general …Last reviewed
- … What drinks are best for children Make water the first choice The best drinks for tamariki are water and milk. …Last reviewed
- … usually have antibiotics through a cannula into a vein at first. These are called intravenous antibiotics, or IV …Last reviewed
- … brave A reward chart for being brave can be helpful. At first, reward your child for staying in bed and just calling … to the park. Choose rewards that are easy to achieve at first to help your child succeed. See the page on star charts …Last reviewed
- … and hearing screening. This should happen in your child’s first year. Talk to your health professional about when and …Last reviewed
- … 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
- … of soft food such as yoghurt. Check with your pharmacist first. Make sure your child swallows it straight away without … are improving, including how things are at school The first prescription for medicine will come from your …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
- … child need? Children aged 6 months to under 4 years in the first year they have flu vaccination, they need 2 doses, at …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. An NG tube ends in the stomach, an NJ tube ends in the intestine. They are a temporary way of feeding your child. A health professional …Last reviewed
- … breastmilk: express by hand if you can, especially in the first few days discuss other ways of expressing with your …Last reviewed
- … the temperature on the skin on the inside of your wrist first to make sure it's not too hot. Eyelid massage After …Last reviewed
- … tamariki who have breath-holding spells will have their first spell before they are 18 months old. Most tamariki grow …Last reviewed
- … the chips during cooking and stop cooking when the first brown lines or spots appear. Let chips cool (they will …Last reviewed
- … has had a bone marrow transplant, speak to your doctor first before allowing them to touch pets or other animals. …Last reviewed
- … such as when talking to a baby sibling. Identifies first sounds in words; for example, "puku starts with p". Is …Last reviewed
