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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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… How do I know my child is ready for toilet learning? Most children show interest in learning to use the toilet between … everyone will show interest during this age range. For some children, the family may want to consider a more … independent. However, it is important to keep in mind that children develop and learn new skills at different rates and …
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… a little depending on how you measure it. For adults and children age 12 and older, these are the ranges for high, … a little depending on how you measure it. For adults and children age 12 and older, these are the ranges for high, …
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… risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing soothers, bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through …
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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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… specific health needs. Warning Use of this medication by children younger than 3 years has caused serious (sometimes … this medication to treat teething pain in infants and young children unless directed by the doctor. Talk with the doctor … teething pain. Keep this product in a safe place away from children. Uses See also Warning section. Viscous lidocaine …
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… Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Ear pain in children may be a sign of an infection in the space behind … ear). Ear infections ( otitis media ) most often occur when children have cold symptoms, such as a runny or stuffy nose … to hearing loss. Middle ear infections happen more often in children than in adults. Young children have short, soft, …
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… such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet trained. These children can also spread the infection to other people in … have had cancer treatment may get serious infections. Young children and the elderly may be at greater risk of getting …
