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Diaper rash

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

How to change a diaper

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Learn about what is involved in changing a baby's diaper.

Antibiotic-associated diarrhea

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Many antibiotics cause diarrhea. Learn about antibiotic-associated diarrhea, including causes and treatment options.

Newborns and babies

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Learn about newborn nutrition, routine care and everyday health issues as well as some common physical and emotional adjustments to life after pregnancy.

Baby's first year

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Your baby will go through many changes in their first year of life. Find out how their nutrition needs change and how you can support their physical development, communication and transition to other caregivers.

Toddler

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The toddler years bring new opportunities to support your child and understand the value of patience! Learn about toilet training, managing appetite slumps, handling common health issues and disciplining your child.

Dermatology

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Information about common skin conditions such as eczema, diaper rash, sunburn, warts, head lice, hair loss, birthmarks and more. Also learn about first aid and everyday care so your child can have healthy hair, skin and nails.

Heat rash (miliaria)

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Learn about heat rash and how to prevent and treat it.

Diarrhea in children

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Diarrhea causes frequent, loose bowel movements. Read about the causes of diarrhea in babies and children and how to prevent dehydration.

Hirschsprung disease

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Learn how Hirschprung disease affects the bowel and how it is diagnosed and usually treated.

Skin care, nail care and dental care for babies

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Read about useful tips to care for infant skin, nails, teeth and gums.

Poison ivy

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Do you know what poison ivy looks like? Learn how to recognize a poison ivy plant and how to treat the rash if your child is exposed.

Ampicillin or amoxicillin rash: Caring for your child's rash

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An overview of ampicillin or amoxicillin rash including the symptoms, causes and treatment options.

Anorectal malformation

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Learn what treatment is available if your child is diagnosed with anorectal malformation.

G/GJ tubes: Sensitivity and irritation

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Learn how to prevent sensitivity or irritation around your child's stoma, and what to do if irritation does occur.

Amoxicillin and clavulanate

Drug A-Z

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

G/GJ tubes: Using silver nitrate to treat granulation tissue

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Silver nitrate can be used to help remove granulation tissue around your child's stoma. Learn more about silver nitrate and how to apply it to your child.

Parvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)

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Learn about the symptoms of Parvovirus B19 infection in children, which is also called fifth disease or erythema infectiosum.

Herpangina and hand, foot and mouth disease

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Herpangina and hand, foot and mouth disease are both illnesses that are caused by the Coxsackie virus. Herpangina causes ulcers at the back of the mouth. Hand, foot and mouth disease causes blisters on any combination of the hands, feet and the mouth.

Caring for your child's hip spica cast

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A hip spica cast extends from the chest to below the knees. Learn how to care for your child's hip spica cast.

Pityriasis rosea

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Pityriasis rosea is a harmless rash that can appear on the back, chest or abdomen. Find out its causes and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Emergency medicine

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There are many reasons a child may need to go to the Emergency Department. This page highlights common conditions such as cough and injuries such as bone fractures.

IgA vasculitis (Henoch-Schönlein purpura)

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Learn about IgA vasculitis (previously known as Henoch-Schönlein purpura), a condition that can cause inflammation of small blood vessels in the skin, joints, kidneys and bowel.

Thiotepa for stem cell transplant

Drug A-Z

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

Newborn circumcision

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Learn what to consider and expect when deciding on a routine newborn circumcision, as well as how to take care of your newborn child after they are circumcised.