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Scoliosis surgery in boys

Most scoliosis research focuses on girls. Read about the similarities and differences between boys and girls in their experiences with scoliosis.

Growth and development when a child has diabetes

Find out what it's like for a child with diabetes to adjust to different challenges of managing the condition at different ages and stages.

Chronic pain: How to treat and manage in young children

​Discover how to use the 3P approach to manage chronic pain in a young child.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and diabetes

Insulin resistance often accompanies polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Learn more about how PCOS can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.

Puberty in girls

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.

Enthesitis-related JIA

Juvenile enthesitis-related arthritis includes swelling and pain where tendons and ligaments attach to bone. It affects more boys than girls.

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

Detailed information on the effect that brain tumour treatment may have on a girl’s pubertal development and fertility.

Vaginoscopy

Vaginoscopy is an examination of the vagina using a tiny tube and camera. Learn about when vaginoscopy is used and what to expect during the procedure.

Treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Learn about the different types of treatment for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Acute pain: How to assess in young children

Find out how to assess acute pain in your young child (age two to five) at home and in medical settings.

Gonadotropin (FSH, LH) deficiency

Gonadotropin deficiency can affect pubertal development in children. Learn more about gonadotropin deficiency, how it is diagnosed and treated.

Tips for language development at 18 months

Information and tips to help parents and caregivers develop their child’s language at 18 months of age.

Epilepsy at school

School is a large part of every child’s life. Along with engaging in academic learning, children learn how to communicate, interact and socialize with their teachers and peers at school. Read how to help make a positive learning experience for your child.

Nasal polypectomy: Removing nasal polyps

Nasal polyps are growths in the nose that impair breathing. Learn about nasal polypectomy, the surgical removal of nasal polyps and recovery after surgery.

Using gender-inclusive language

​It is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn about how to be inclusive using gender-neutral language. 

Using gender-inclusive language

No matter how others identify, it is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn tips about how to be more gender-inclusive and use gender-neutral language.

Tympanoplasty: Fixing a hole in your child's eardrum

A tympanoplasty is an operation to fix a hole in your child's eardrum. Learn about tympanoplasty and how to help your child recover from surgery.

Interferon Beta-1b

This information sheet explains what interferon beta-1b does and how to give it to your child. It also explains what side effects, or problems, your child may have when they receive this medicine.

Urethral prolapse

Urethral prolapse occurs when a girl's urethra becomes swollen and sticks out. Learn about what causes urethral prolapse and how it is treated.

Labial agglutination

Labial agglutination occurs when the skin around the vagina sticks together. Read about possible treatments including estrogen cream and zinc oxide.

What does scoliosis look like?

There are five different curve patterns in the spines of children with scoliosis. Learn about these, and other physical changes that can occur.

Reading: How to help early and struggling readers

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

Safe handling of food after transplant

Juvenile enthesitis-related arthritis (ERA)

Juvenile enthesitis-related arthritis includes swelling and pain where tendons and ligaments attach to bone. It affects more boys than girls.

Germ cell tumours

Germ cell tumours are a type of cancer that start in the germ cells. Learn about where germ cell tumours are most commonly found, how they are diagnosed and the main types of treatment.