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… Failure to Thrive On this page: … seems to be gaining weight or height more slowly than other children of the same age and sex. A baby who has failed to … skills, such as rolling over, standing, and walking. Slow growth also can lead to delays in mental and social skills. …
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… Anorexia Nervosa On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms What Happens What … life events, such as divorce, moving to a new town or school, or losing a loved one. What are the symptoms? People … can feel suicidal . Warning signs of possible suicide in children and teens can include making suicide threats, being …
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… Developmental Problems: Testing On this page: Overview Overview The … your child's abilities with the normal milestones of children of the same age. At routine checkups, the doctor … or behaviour should be evaluated. Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and …
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… parents' attention. Learn what else you can expect at this age. On this page: Social and emotional milestones Play and … typical toddler of this age also: Enjoys playing near other children (parallel play). However, your toddler is probably … be time to be put on our coats and pick up your sister from school" Other social and emotional milestones Between 24 …
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… well and being physically active can help prevent and manage diabetes. Healthy eating and diabetes Healthy eating … (Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology) Diabetes in children Caring for a child with diabetes requires careful … Children’s Hospital) Diabetes in children: Food issues at school Diabetes in children: Counting carbs Kids & physical …
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… child’s day. Eating a variety of nutritious foods while at school helps your child get the energy and nutrients they … products Water, chilled plain milk or fortified soy beverage are all nutritious drink choices. Pack a reusable water … Nutrition Series Preventing choking in babies and young children: For child care providers (#110b) Feeding your baby …
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… ADHD and Hyperactivity On this page: Overview Overview What is … even seem less active than normal. What are the symptoms? Children may have more obvious symptoms of hyperactivity … for ADHD? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Growth and Development, Ages 11 to 14 Years Growth and …
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… Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) On this page: Overview Overview Disruptive mood dysregulation … disorder (DMDD) is a new type of mood disorder in children and teens. Kids with DMDD feel irritable or angry … day, nearly every day. And the mood is noticed at home, at school, and by peers. In kids with DMDD, these temper …
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… Brushing and Flossing a Child's Teeth On this page: Getting Started Getting Started Here are some tips for children's dental care. Use a soft cloth to clean your … Plastic flossing tools may be helpful. Growth and Development, Ages 1 to 12 Months Growth and …
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… Rubella (German Measles) On this page: … rest of the body. Adults also may have joint pain. Older children and teens also may have eye pain, a sore throat, … If you or your child has rubella, don't go to work, school, or daycare for 7 days after the rash first appears. …
