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Mycophenolate

Your child needs to take the medicine called mycophenolate. This information sheet explains what mycophenolate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Neonatal neurodevelopmental follow-up recommendations: 36 month visit

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Recommendations to encourage neurodevelopment in babies at 36 months old who are patients in the neonatal developmental follow-up clinic.

Effective management of diabetes care at home

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Proper diabetes care at home includes sharing responsibility and creating and maintaining a routine. Find out how to do this in a way that works for your family.

Diabetes in the classroom

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An overview of what to expect when a child with diabetes starts school and how it will impact their life at school.

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The role of a speech-language pathologist

A speech-language pathologist supports various aspects of communication, as well as safe swallowing and feeding skills. Learn more about the role of speech-language pathologists.

Diabetes and exercise

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Exercise will have an impact on your child's blood sugar levels. Learn how to adjust insulin accordingly.

Skin-to-skin kangaroo care for your hospitalized baby

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Kangaroo care is skin-to-skin touch between a parent and baby. Learn more about kangaroo care and the benefits of skin-to-skin contact.

Supporting healthy and responsible screen use in children during COVID-19

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Screen use has increased in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how to help your family use screens responsibly during COVID-19.

Physical development in school-age children

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During the school-age years, your child is acquiring the fundamental skills to lead a healthy life as an adult. Find out more about this developmental phase, and whether your child is on track to achieving specific milestones.

Adjusting to illness and activity

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Sometimes events occur that can disrupt your child's diabetes routine and impact their blood sugar levels. Find out what can impact them and what you can do.

School and children with heart disease

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Learn how congenital heart disease can affect a child’s experience in school.

Cyclosporine

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Your child needs to take the medicine called cyclosporine. This information sheet explains what cyclosporine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Eczema: School and activities

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Learn how to help your child with eczema (atopic dermatitis) at school, with physical activities and swimming.

Transposition of the great arteries (TGA)

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Transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a condition where the arteries connected to the heart are improperly positioned. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment and what children with a repaired TGA can expect in the future.

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.

Café-au-lait macules (CALMs)

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Café-au-lait macules are flat marks on the skin. Find out how CALMs are diagnosed, how they affect the body and how they are treated.

Ventricular septal defect (VSD)

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Learn about ventricular septal defects (VSD), an opening in the wall between the ventricles of the heart.

Canker sores (mouth ulcers)

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An overview of the signs, symptoms, treatments and medical options for canker sores.

Diaper rash

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Diaper rash is a common skin irritation that affects babies and toddlers. Learn how to treat it and the best way to prevent it.

Williams syndrome and congenital heart conditions

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Most children with Williams syndrome have a heart or blood vessel problem.

Tacrolimus

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Your child needs to take the medicine called tacrolimus. This information sheet explains what tacrolimus does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when she takes this medicine.

Heart conditions and complementary and alternative therapies

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Learn about complementary and alternative therapies and what to consider before you try them.

Desmopressin

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Your child needs to take the medicine called desmopressin. This information sheet explains what desmopressin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Tattoos

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Learn about the considerations for talking to your teen about tattoos, including how to identify a trusted tattoo studio and the potential complications of tattooing.

Sex education for children: Why parents should talk to their children about sex

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Learn why starting to talk to your child about sex when they are young and continuing that conversation as they get older is a good strategy.