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… (germs). People of any age can get pertussis. Young children who have not been immunized get sicker than older children and adults. Pertussis can cause complications such … A pertussis vaccine is also available for older children and adults. A booster dose of pertussis vaccine is …
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… some examples. How can a traumatic event affect your child? Children respond to traumatic events in different ways. But having some type of reaction is common. Children may react to the event right away, or days, weeks, … Having trouble getting along with their siblings or other children. Becoming very quiet or spending more time alone. …
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… Most couples in which one partner has MS are able to have children without MS affecting the pregnancy, labour, or … footnote 2 Plan ahead If you have MS, and you want to have children, talk with your doctor. Some things to think about … help you may need to manage your work, household, and other children during pregnancy and for the first few months after …
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… and temperament are becoming more defined. Young children between 12 and 24 months of age feel many emotions … a loving, consistent, and understanding attitude, their children develop confidence and a sense of security. Common … form with these objects helps calm and soothe them. Most children discard these objects in time. Problems with …
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… the child is older. Below are examples from studies of children who survived being born extremely early. Researchers looked at how likely these children were to have problems later on, based on how early … 10 did not get these problems. At age 6, about 5 out of 10 children born at these early ages were more likely than …
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… smoke have an increased risk of cancer and heart disease. Children of people who smoke are more likely to become smokers themselves. Children who breathe second-hand smoke: Are more likely to … in your family. You also increase the chance that your children will not smoke or will quit if they already smoke. …
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… even seem less active than normal. What are the symptoms? Children may have more obvious symptoms of hyperactivity than teens and adults. Children whose main symptom is hyperactivity seem to be "on … then at other times be completely unable to stay seated. Children with hyperactivity also frequently climb and run …
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… caution against use in the genital area or caution use for children. Zinc oxide ointment is soothing to irritated skin. … times a day until the itch is gone. Do not use the cream on children younger than age 2 unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use in the rectal or vaginal area in children younger than age 12 unless your doctor tells you …
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… your new baby Last updated August 2, 2013 If you have other children at home, make sure they're ready to welcome their … the beginning while others may feel angry or jealous. Many children will revert to acting like babies themselves for a … child to a playgroup. Make friends with parents who have children the same age Make any major changes to your child’s …
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… openly and honestly about alcohol and other drugs can help children understand your family’s values. It can also help … while hanging out, playing, or goofing off with your children. Watch music videos and listen to popular music … harm. Share ideas Share ideas and perspectives with your children. Family or community events where alcohol will be …
