Hard pellets and pain on passing stool define constipation, not frequency alone. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Infant paracetamol and ibuprofen are dosed by weight and age, and never combined without advice. the invisible work involved and how to share it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Introducing common allergens from around six months, and continuing regularly, reduces allergy risk. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Choking, burns, febrile seizures and falls are the four scenarios worth rehearsing. the invisible work involved and how to share it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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An impaired skin barrier causes dry, itchy, inflamed patches, often on the face and joint creases. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents managing a baby’s…
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Grapes, cherry tomatoes, nuts, popcorn and hard raw vegetables are the highest-risk foods. the invisible work involved and how to share it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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White patches inside the mouth that do not wipe away can indicate oral thrush. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Babies under six months should be kept out of direct sun rather than relying on sunscreen. the invisible work involved and how to share it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Blocked tear ducts cause sticky eyes in many newborns and resolve within a year. the line between normal variation and a reason to call someone for parents managing a baby’s health.
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Snoring with pauses and effortful breathing during sleep warrants review. the invisible work involved and how to share it for parents managing a baby’s health.
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