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Healthy sleep for your baby and child Caring for kids

Every child is different. Some sleep a lot and others much less. This chart is a general guide to the amount of sleep children need over a 24-hour period, including … See more

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Home Caring for kids

WEBSkin-to-skin care begins immediately after birth when a baby is placed on the parent’s bare chest for at least an hour of close contact. Skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth …

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Well Beings Caring for kids

WEBWelcome to the online home of Well Beings: A Guide to Health in Child Care. If you use the book, you’ll find many helpful resources on these pages. If you don’t already use the …

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Your preschooler and safety: How to prevent injuries at home

WEBPrevent trips and falls by picking up toys after play and keeping the stairs and hallway floors clear of toys, clothing and shoes. Hold the handrail and turn on a light before going up or …

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Your child’s mental health Caring for kids

WEBBe careful about discussing serious family issues—such as finances, marital problems, or illness—around your children. Children can worry about these things. Provide time for …

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Celiac disease and your child Caring for kids

WEBWhen people with celiac disease eat foods with gluten, the small intestine becomes damaged. This damage makes it difficult for the body to absorb nutrients, which can lead …

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Safe sleep for babies Caring for kids

WEBAlways place your baby on their back to sleep, for every sleep. Create a safe sleep space that includes: a firm, flat mattress with a tightly fitted bed sheet, no gaps between the …

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Head lice Caring for kids

WEBIt is not recommended for children under 2 years old. A second treatment is recommended after 8 to 10 days. Benzyl alcohol lotion 5% (Ulesfia) is effective against live lice, but a …

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Teens and sleep: Why you need it and how to get enough

WEBTeens need more sleep because their bodies and minds are growing quickly. Scientific research shows that many teens do not get enough sleep. To be at your best, you need …

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Attachment: A connection for life Caring for kids

WEBAttachment: A connection for life. Attachment is the deep emotional bond between a baby and the person who provides most of their care. Just as most parents feel a strong …

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Making treatment decisions for babies, children and teens

WEBTo ensure your child benefits from treatment, decisions should be made jointly with their health care team and, depending on their age and ability, with your child as well. …

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Vaccines: Common concerns Caring for kids

WEBSome children will have mild pain and redness – sometimes with a bit of swelling – where the needle went into the arm or leg. A mild fever is common after vaccination. A high …

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Impetigo Caring for kids

WEBIf your child has impetigo: Keep the sores covered with a dressing (light gauze). Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after touching infected skin. Don’t …

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Caring for kids

WEBGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition that causes food and acid to move backward from the stomach into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that …

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Fifth disease (Erythema Infectiosum) Caring for kids

WEBFifth disease usually appears as a very red rash on a child's cheeks, giving a "slapped cheek" look. Because of this, fifth disease is often referred to as “slapped cheek” …

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Screen time and young children Caring for kids

WEBYoung children learn best from face-to-face interactions with caring adults. It’s best to keep their screen time to a minimum: For children under 2 years old, screen time is not …

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Schedule of well-child visits Caring for kids

WEBAt this first visit your child's health care provider will: Weigh your baby and measure your baby’s length and head circumference. Check for signs of jaundice. Check on how …

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Molluscum contagiosum Caring for kids

WEBMolluscum contagiosum doesn’t spread easily from person to person and outbreaks are rare. It can spread by direct (skin-to-skin) contact with bumps, or indirect contact (e.g., …

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When parents choose not to vaccinate: Risks and responsibilities

WEBYou choose not to vaccinate your child, and a vaccine-preventable disease is active in your community. Consider changing your mind and protecting your child with a vaccine. Talk …

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