Health Child

Signs of Asthma in Children

How to spot an asthma attack in your child

Recognise symptoms of asthma in your child and know what action to take. Continue reading

Dealing with eczema in young children

Eczema in young children

Red, dry and itchy skin on the face or behind the ears and in the creases of the neck, knees and elbows. Continue reading

Infectious illnesses in children

Infectious illnesses in children

Chickenpox Incubation period: 10-21 days. Infectious period: The most infectious time is 1-2 days before the

Video on Child Accident Prevention in the Home

VIDEO: Accidents, first aid and safety

Every parent should watch this video on how to prevent your baby, toddler or child from having an accident in the home. Continue reading

Head lice

Head lice

Lots of children get head lice, regardless of whether their hair is clean or dirty. Children catch

Vitamins for children

Vitamins for children

Children sometimes don't get enough vitamin A and C. Continue reading

Common questions about child nutrition

Common questions about child nutrition

How do I get a relative to stop giving sweets to my child? Suggest they give

Treating high temperature in your child

Treating a high temperature in children

If your child's face feels hot to the touch and they look red or flushed they may have a fever. Continue reading

Bereavement

Bereavement

When your child dies its very important to get the help and support you need. Continue reading

Common childhood illnesses

Common childhood illnesses

Colds, eat infection, glue ear, sore throats and coughs are the most common childhood illnesses. Continue reading