The doctor or health visitor will check your baby’s eyes at birth and regularly during the first year. In the early weeks, you may notice that your baby’s eyes veer off in different directions. This is perfectly normal, because your bab.. Read More
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Your child is probably anxious at the thought of a stranger prodding and pulling his teeth with strange implements. The following tips may be helpful: Talk to your dentist and express your concerns. Stay with your child during his treat.. Read More
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Your child should go for a dental check-up every six months. At each checkup, the dentist does the following: Checks your child’s teeth and gums are in good shape. Gets rid of any plaque (a film of bacteria on teeth), which contribu.. Read More
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Your pharmacist is a trained expert who issues medicines prescribed by doctors. He also dispenses over-the-counter medicines without prescription. To get the best from your pharmacist when buying medications, always describe your child’s .. Read More
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Your health visitor is a qualified nurse, usually linked to your doctor’s surgery, with specialist training in childcare. A month after you’ve given birth, your health visitor visits you and takes on some responsibility for your child.. Read More
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Your doctor and health visitor (see the post about ‘Getting the Most Out of Your Health Visitor’) see your child from birth to the age of 5 years a number of times as part of the NHS child-surveillance programme. These sessions help to .. Read More
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Choosing a doctor for your child is an important decision. You must find a doctor that you feel comfortable with, as you’ll likely see a lot of him after your child’s born. If you don’t have a good rapport with your current GP, find a.. Read More
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You’ll probably visit your doctor if your child’s ill or you’re worried about his health and development. For example, you may be concerned that your child isn’t growing properly, or he has a rash, or he’s sleeping all the time. .. Read More
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Making sure that your child gets the right vitamins and minerals can increase the number of white blood cells she produces, boosting her immunity and helping her to function better. Vitamins and minerals can also help to eliminate toxins. .. Read More
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Despite the fact that your child is bound to get ill sometimes, you can adopt the following healthy habits to give your child’s immune system a boost. Breastfeed your baby. Breast milk contains turbo-charged immunity enhancing antibo.. Read More
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