Search results for children and babies
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Bedwetting in children
Find out what you can do about bedwetting, what could be causing it and when to get medical help.
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Baby
This guide includes all you need to know about caring for your baby.
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Stillbirth - What happens if your unborn baby dies
Read about what happens after stillbirth, finding the cause of death and the support available to you and your family.
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Scoliosis - Treatment in children
Read about the main treatment options for children with scoliosis, including back braces and surgery.
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Newborn jaundice - Treatment
You should see your GP or midwife if your baby develops jaundice. They'll be able to assess whether treatment is needed.
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Newborn jaundice - Symptoms
Symptoms of jaundice usually appear about 3 days after birth and disappear by the time the baby is 2 weeks old.
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Newborn jaundice - Diagnosis
Your baby will be checked for jaundice within 72 hours of being born, but you should check for signs of the condition after you return home.
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Newborn jaundice - Kernicterus
Kernicterus is a rare but serious complication of untreated jaundice in babies caused by excess bilirubin damaging the brain or central nervous system.
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Newborn jaundice - Causes
Jaundice is caused by too much bilirubin in the blood. This is known as hyperbilirubinaemia.
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How to help children and young people
Children and young people with Down's syndrome have some level of learning disability. There are things you can try to help with their development.