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Beginning growth hormone therapy: Answers to frequently asked questions

Find out what parents and caregivers should know before their child starts on GH therapy, including how to give the medication, how much growth to expect and how long your child will need it.

Diabetes and sick day management

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Being sick can impact your child's blood sugar levels. Find tips on how to manage diabetes on sick days.

Diabetes and vacations

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This March break, find out what you need to know about managing diabetes while on vacation or while your child is away at camp.

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.

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.

Eye damage and diabetes

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Over time, diabetes can cause eye damage. Learn about the various eye conditions that can occur and how they may be treated.

Eating out and special occasions when a family member has diabetes

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Eating out and special occasions can be tricky when a family member has diabetes. Find out how to navigate these events to keep everyone healthy.

Buying and storing insulin

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Find out how insulin should be stored, how long it will last and when it is unsafe to use.

Celiac disease and diabetes

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An overview of the connection between type 1 diabetes and celiac disease, including diagnosis and treatment of the condition in children with diabetes.

Breastfeeding

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Learn about the many benefits that are associated with breastfeeding and breast milk. Tips for helping your baby latch on successfully are provided.

Moles (acquired nevi)

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Moles are common skin growths that vary in size, colour and appearance. Learn about the difference between benign and potentially harmful moles.

Puberty in girls

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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 girls and how to talk to your daughter about puberty.

Sensory development and activities for children older than 2 years

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Read about the sensory systems and how your child may be influenced by sensation. Activities and games such as listening to music, hugging, gentle rocking, swinging and movement input are provided.

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.

Reading milestones

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Learn about the reading skills expected of your child at different stages.

Reading: How to help early and struggling readers

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Learn about the everyday activities you can do with your child to develop their reading skills.

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Speech and language: Myths and facts about the causes of stuttering

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Find answers to frequently asked questions about stuttering and its causes.

Ingrown toenail

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An ingrown toenail occurs when the side of the nail grows into the surrounding skin. Learn what causes this condition and how it can be treated.

Infantile hemangiomas

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Learn about infantile hemangiomas, which are common growths that are diagnosed in babies.

Colic

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Learn about the possible causes of colic and ways to treat it. Colic, though upsetting for you and your baby, often goes away by three or four months of age.

Breastfeeding: Decreasing or stopping your breastmilk production

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Learn how to care for yourself when weaning your baby from breastfeeding and/or pumping. This page includes suggestions on how to remain as comfortable as possible while gradually reducing your milk production to the desired amount.

Behavioural and learning issues

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Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.

Morphea of the face

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Learn about morphea of the face, a rare condition in which skin on the face becomes hard and tight due to excess collagen deposition. Learn about symptoms, treatments and long-term outcomes in children.

Morphea

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Morphea (localized scleroderma) is a rare skin condition that causes hard, thickened patches due to excess collagen. Learn about symptoms, treatment and outcomes in children.