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… of bronchiolitis are the worst in the first 5 days. Most children get better in 1 to 2 weeks. How is it diagnosed? A … get extra oxygen. How can you prevent it? It is common for children to get respiratory problems (such as bronchiolitis … a cold. To prevent bronchiolitis: Avoid contact with other children who have bronchiolitis or upper respiratory …
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… used in other childhood vaccines, play a role in children developing autism. There have been a lot of false … parents should be aware of the risks of serious disease in children who are not vaccinated. In some areas, outbreaks of … of the disorder often become apparent about the time children start getting immunized. In response to this …
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… the new person the child is becoming. Physical development Children in this age group: Often have a growth spurt , … these years. Thinking and reasoning (cognitive development) Children in this age group: Typically think in concrete … be insensitive to others. Emotional and social development Children in this age group: Start to establish their own …
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… Bullied On this page: Overview Overview Children who are being bullied may be embarrassed and not … may become overactive and aggressive. Bully others. These children often respond to being bullied by feeling anxious … knowing how to handle these feelings, they target other children who they think will not fight back. Not speak or …
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… Provide regular chances for your toddler to play beside children the same age Don't force your toddler to play with other children Play with your toddler and teach sharing Use "yes" … or not Want to do things independently Fight with other children while learning to share Show jealousy when …
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… Getting Started Here are some tips for children's dental care. Use a soft cloth to clean your … amount of fluoride toothpaste. Use a pea-sized amount for children ages 3 to 6 years. Teach your child not to swallow … can learn how to brush his or her own teeth at about age 3. Children should be brushing their own teeth morning and …
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… can be severe for several days. But with treatment, most children return to normal activities. Kawasaki disease can … arteries, which carry blood to the heart muscle. Most children who are treated recover from the disease without … a few months after treatment. The disease is most common in children younger than age 5. It does not spread from child …
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… down from parent to child (inherited). If one of your children has VUR, you may want to ask your doctor if your other children need to be checked. How is vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) treated? Many children do not need treatment for vesicoureteral reflux …
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… tips can help. Conflicts can happen between parents and children, it’s normal and expected. Resorting the … matters: Attitudes and actions are both taught and caught. Children learn by observing the behaviour of others and … communication Why it matters: Open communication in which children feel accepted and valued is imperative. The goal is …
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… Medical Test Medical tests can be scary for adults and for children. You can help your child feel safe and calm during … time before the test to explain what will happen. Some children react better when a test is explained right before … so they won't have time to worry or dream about the test. Children at this age have trouble separating fact from …
