Babies and toddlers health

Babies' and toddlers' health

About breastfeeding
Breastfeeding can be a special time for both mum and baby. Breast milk meets all your baby's nutritional needs from birth to 6 months.

Children's medicines
Children don't always need medicine to treat illnesses. But if you do need to give your child medicine, here are some useful tips.

Croup
Croup is very common in children under 5 years old. Find out how croup is diagnosed and treated here.

Fever in children
Fevers are quite common in young children and they are usually mild. Find out how to deal with fever and high temperatures in children here.

Food allergies in children
Does your family have a history of eczema, asthma, hay fever or food allergies? Learn about food allergies in children and how to spot a reaction.

Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children
If your child has a serious illness, it’s important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and what to do.

Whooping cough
Whooping cough is a contagious bacterial infection and is most serious in babies. Here’s how to spot the symptoms and protect infants.