Toddler Health & Physical Development

Paramedic warns about the danger of vapes after toddler mistakes e-cigarette for lolly

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Photo: Sarah and her daughter, Havana. Supplied.

'She wouldn't stop coughing': Why toddler's common illness took 10 weeks to diagnose

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Photos: Antonio has been through in so much in two years. Supplied

Heartbreak as Sydney toddler diagnosed with rare disease as baby, now battling leukaemia: 'Only child in the world'

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Bringing the early signs of ASD to life: the video has been developed to help both parents and health professionals.

What autism looks like in toddlers: VIDEO

The average age of ASD diagnosis is 4 years of age, despite the fact that about half of children with this disorder may be detected by age 14 months.

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Trusting your instincts

How maternal instinct can be a valuable tool for mums when they know something just isn't right with their child.

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Threadworm infection is common but carriers may not have any symptoms.

The low-down on worms and how to get rid of them

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The most common toddler injuries – and how to avoid them

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Alternative (and safe) ways to soothe eczema

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General medical advice only ... If you are ever concerned about your child's health, see a doctor.

Constipation in toddlers

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Photos: An x-ray revealed Konin had swallowed 16 small magnetic balls. GoFundMe

Mum's warning after toddler swallows 16 magnetic balls: 'Long and heartbreaking road'

'Our world has stopped', said mum-of-five Hannah Arrington.

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Photo: Eden before treatment began (left) and in hospital (right). Supplied

'He woke up and couldn't walk': Family 'shattered' after toddler's diagnosis

"It felt like the world had closed in on me and I couldn't escape."

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Photo: A strand of the toddler's hair became wrapped around her uvula. iStock

Toddler endures rare 'strangulation' while asleep: 'Severe distress if touched'

A three-year-old girl has suffered from a rare medical condition after a strand of hair became wrapped around her uvula.

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Photo: Nikki from Tiny Hearts Education is urging parents to be careful when feeding young kids Easter eggs. Instagram.

Aussie paramedic issues warning about dangers of Easter eggs for young kids

"Many of the Easter eggs we see on the shelves are real choking hazards."

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Photo: Megan Ayers and her son, Ned (left) and Ned having swimming lessons which helped save the little boy's life.

'It can happen anywhere': Mum's plea after son almost drowns in bike incident

Megan Ayers is making a heartfelt plea to parents after her toddler fell off his balance bike into a lake.

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Popular toddler snacks no better than junk food, new study

A new Australian study has lifted the lid on packaged toddler foods.

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Mum fears mother-in-law performed 'medical procedure' on son: 'It's impossible for it to have just happened on its own'

'We've had our fair share of issues and boundary violations over the years'

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'I watched my child die in slow motion': Why we urgently need to talk about childhood dementia

Most Australians have never even heard of the devastating condition. And that needs to change.

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'Completely unnecessary': research finds toddler milks are expensive and potentially harmful

"This is potentially dangerous, as toddler milks could be harmful to the health of growing children."

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Photo: A new campaign is urging parents to be aware of the serious risks associated with button batteries.

'Child killers': Powerful new campaign warns parents about 'deadly' household item

While only tiny, button batteries can cause catastrophic injuries and even death if swallowed.

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Photo: Christelle David and her little boy Taiyo

'My eyes still fill with tears': Mum's emotional book mission following son's cancer diagnosis

"Hearing the words 'your son has cancer' was both surreal and devastating."

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