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… On this page: Overview Overview Most children who have juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) will … as waking often or sleeping more or less than usual. Even children in severe pain may take short naps because they are … while walking), kicking, clinging, or not moving. Some children may deny that they are in pain because they are …
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… your child from heat burns in the following ways. Keep children away from kitchen appliances, irons, fireplaces, … faucets in sinks, showers, and bathtubs that children use. These fixtures have built-in thermostats to … to spill hot beverages when you carry or drink them around children. Keep your flammable garage items out of the reach …
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… such as wheat, corn, eggs, or gelatin. If you have a food allergy or are sensitive to these foods, look for … such as wheat, corn, eggs, or gelatin. If you have a food allergy or are sensitive to these foods, look for …
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… Making decisions as a family is a good way to show children that the family is one body with a purpose and a certain way of dealing with life's issues. It also helps children learn social skills and attitudes that they can use … member of the family solve a personal problem. This helps children see that other people can suggest options for …
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… mercury fish intake to no more than 150 g (5.3 oz) a month. Children 5 to 11 years of age should limit high mercury fish intake to no more than 125 g (4.4 oz) a month. Children 1 to 4 years of age should limit high mercury fish … women who are or may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children need to limit canned albacore tuna intake to no …
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… to closely watch for warning signs of suicidal behaviour in children and adults younger than 25 who take … It is most important to watch for these behaviours in children. That's because children are less able to control their impulses. They may …
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… first year, which often is reflected in how much they eat. Children this age may eat robustly one day and very little … likes. Make sure it is readily available most of the time. Children tend to accept new foods gradually, and you may … your child actually tries it. Model good nutrition for your children. Do not regularly keep less nutritious foods (for …
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… using arsenic trioxide. Arsenic trioxide may harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you … using arsenic trioxide. Arsenic trioxide may harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you …
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… learning disorder is a disorder that makes it difficult for children to learn from what they see visually. Children with non-verbal learning disorder often can … with math, because math is often taught visually. Children with non-verbal learning disorder usually want to …
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… physically and emotionally ready for toilet training. Most children are ready to start when they are between 22 and 30 … if you try to start it before your child is ready. Before children can use the toilet, they must be able to control … a dry diaper after a nap or for at least 2 hours at a time. Children must also be able to remove clothing and climb onto …
