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      Somatization

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      Learn about somatization, the connection between the mind and body and how to get help if somatization becomes a problem.

      Avoiding high and low blood sugar episodes when a child has diabetes

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      Find out why understanding the relationships between food, insulin, activity and high or low blood sugar readings is important for diabetes management.

      Meal planning with consistent carbohydrate intakes

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      Read the story of 12-year-old Pino and how his meal plan with consistent carbohydrate intakes works for him.

      Performing grooming and personal care activities with arm and hand differences

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      Sheriauna is a young adult who is a below-the-elbow amputee. In this video, she demonstrates how she applies her makeup.

      Constipation and soiling (encopresis) in children

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      Find out about what causes constipation and soiling and how you can help your child with diet, toilet routines and medications.

      Toilet learning (toilet training)

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      When should a child transition from diapers to a potty or toilet? Learn what signs to look for to indicate your child is ready to learn how to use the toilet and about some techniques you can use.

      Self-efficacy in children

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      ​​Learn why self-efficacy is important for academic success and well-being in children.

      What to do in case of a seizure

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      Read about what to do in case of a seizure to ensure your child's safety and comfort.

      Transitioning to adult care for teenagers with heart conditions

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      Learn about the transition to adult health care for teenagers with heart conditions.

      Keeping kids on the move

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      Find out how active transportation and child-friendly communities can help children be more independent and physically active.

      Puberty and fertility in boys after diagnosis and treatment for brain tumours

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      Detailed information on the effects that brain tumour treatment may have on a child's fertility and pubertal development.

      The impact of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) on siblings

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      This page describes how some children might feel if they have a brother or sister with arthritis. It also gives tips on how to help your children manage their feelings toward their brother or sister who has arthritis.

      Infantile spasms

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      Learn about infantile spasms, a type of epilepsy. Learn how infantile spasms are diagnosed and treated, and who can help you and your baby.

      Insect bites

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      Discover how to recognize, treat and prevent insect bites, bee and wasp stings, and when to seek medical attention.

      Malaria

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      Learn about malaria, an infection passed on by mosquitoes.

      Sickle cell disease: Challenges and how to overcome them

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      You and your teen may face setbacks when using the skills you have learned from the program. Learn some of the common reasons for setbacks and find tips to help you prevent or address setbacks.

      Puberty in boys

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      Puberty is a stage of development where your child's body starts to take on adult form. Learn about puberty in boys and how to talk to your son about puberty.

      How to help a friend whose child is in hospital

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      Read about some practical help you can provide if you have a friend who has a sick child in the hospital.

      Drug and alcohol precautions after a liver transplant

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      Pain management after heart surgery

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      Read about pain management for children who have had heart surgery.

      Alveolar bone graft

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      An alveolar bone graft operation is done to close an alveolar cleft (gap in the bone of the upper jaw). Children who had a cleft lip and palate may have an alveolar cleft.


      Other late effects after an allogeneic blood and marrow transplant

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      Learn about late term effects after your child's blood and marrow transplant (BMT).

      Limb lengthening and reconstruction: Living with a fixator

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      Learn how your child's routine will change as they adjust to life with a fixator.

      Gaining too much weight during brain tumour treatment

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      In-depth information concerning the issues that may arise for your child if he gains too much weight as a side effect of his brain tumour treatment.

      Brain tumour resources

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      This page provides a list of resources that may be helpful to parents of children with brain tumours. These include books, web resources and support groups.

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