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Separation from their peers when your child has cancer

Your teenager's friends can be an invaluable source of support for them during their cancer treatment. Find out how to encourage your child to stay in touch with their peers while in treatment.

Sex education for children: Eight tips for parents

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Having 'the talk' isn't always easy. Find advice for parents and caregivers on talking to their kids about sex and reproduction.

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.

Sleep tips: How to help your teen get a good night's sleep

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Use this video to help your child or teen learn about and develop a bedtime ritual so they can fall asleep more easily.

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.

The balancing act

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This page describes how to balance helping your teenager while being respectful of their abilities and independence.

The impact of cancer on extended family

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Members of your extended family, such as aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents are also affected by your teen’s cancer. They are likely experiencing similar feelings to yours. Access to accurate information and frequent updates can help your extended family cope.

Impact of cancer on your family

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Learn about the impact your child's cancer diagnosis can have on your family, and some strategies that can help your family cope.

The impact of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) on the family

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This page describes the impact arthritis can have on the family. When your teen has arthritis, it can affect your family activities, but there are ways to manage this impact.

The right to safe spaces

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Everyone has the right to receive care and services in a safe, welcoming environment. Learn more about your child’s rights to safe spaces.

Transitioning to adult care

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Learn what to expect when your child makes the switch to adult care, and how to prepare them for taking charge of their own care.

Mathematics: How to help your pre-school and school-aged child

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Learn about the everyday activities, like playing games, you can do with your young child to help develop their math skills.

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.

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

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Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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Speech-language pathology services during hospital admission(s)

Learn about how complex medical conditions and admissions to the hospital can impact speech and language development in children.

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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.

Anaphylaxis: How to recognize and respond to a severe allergic reaction

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Anaphylaxis is a severe reaction to an allergen. Learn how to prevent and identify anaphylaxis and how to respond when someone has an anaphlactic reaction.

Cow's milk allergy (CMA) (also known as cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA))

Learn about the different types of allergic reactions that infants and children may experience to proteins found in cow's milk.