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… Overview Division of responsibility is a way of feeding children that takes the battle out of meal times and helps children stay in touch with their internal hunger gauge. … for how much and even whether he or she eats. Young children are good at listening to their bodies. They eat …
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… talk with you about concerns like: Growth and development. Children with Down syndrome grow and develop in the same way as other children but at a slower rate. Your support system. It is … contact a support group or other families in your area with children who have Down syndrome if you have not done so …
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… a vital part of keeping your child safe. Most injuries to children occur when parents or caregivers are tired, hungry, … in managing a health condition. Preventing Choking in Small Children Healthy Habits for Preventing Infection and Illness … infections (URIs) spread easily. Babies and young children have a higher risk for secondary infections from …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Children usually progress in a natural, predictable sequence … child grows and gains skills at his or her own pace. Some children may be advanced in one area, such as language. But … and motor development. Physical growth and development Most children by age 6: Have grown about 6 cm (2.5 in.) since …
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… thoroughly. Do not give popcorn, nuts, or hard candy to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when they eat these foods. Cut hot dogs and grapes lengthwise. Do not give young children small objects that may cause choking, such as …
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… or sneeze into their arm, so that the mouth stays covered. Children should wash their hands each time they use the … eating utensils, or other personal items with other children. Teach your child not to share food, drinks, or … child not to handle tissues or paper towels used by other children. Not to touch other children's blood, urine, stool, …
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… for kids ranging in age from about 12 to 21. At this stage, children start looking to their peers—not their parents—to … But the desire to be like their peers can help your children too. On the positive side, peer pressure can … to praise your child and celebrate his or her achievements. Children who feel good about themselves are more able to …
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… (rehab) program. Amount of growth remaining. Young children who still have a lot of bone growth remaining may … nearby growth areas in the bones. Size of the bones. Older children have larger bones, which are easier to fit with … parts. Even when total joint replacement is delayed, many children need custom-fit knee replacement parts. Other joint …
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… symptoms a person has and how severe they are varies. Some children may not be able to function without a lot of help … has not started talking yet and is not acting like other children the same age. Sometimes a child with ASD may start … appropriate behaviour (positive reinforcement) to teach children social skills and to teach them how to communicate …
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… age. Remember that too many details might scare younger children. You know your child best, so allow enough time … before the hospital stay to explain what will happen. Some children react better when going to the hospital is … a health problem. There are many books—for parents and for children of various age levels—that help explain hospital …
