A fever is the body’s natural response to an illness or infection and is a sign that the body is working hard to make itself better…
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Fever in Kids
When you have kids you’ll know that fevers are a common part of life. We’re all surrounded by bugs and germs in our everyday lives and fevers are just one way our bodies try to fight off an illness or infection…
Sore Throats in Kids and Babies
Sore throats are common at any age. Although they can be upsetting for children, they are usually not a cause for concern and normally get better by themselves within a few days…
How to take your baby’s temperature
Using a digital thermometer is the best way to check your child’s temperature – but did you know when it comes to taking a baby’s temperature some thermometers are more suitable than…
When do babies start teething?
A baby’s first tooth is one of those milestone ‘firsts’ we all eagerly watch for – but when does it all start? And what should you expect when it comes to teething…
What is the difference between a Cold and Flu?
Got a runny nose and a sore throat? Could it be the start of a cold or the flu? Here’s some basic information to help you understand a bit more about the differences (and similarities)…
7 growing pains every new parent has to face
Becoming a parent for the first time is a bit of a metamorphosis. Before we can really stretch our wings and fly confidently, though, there are a few growing pains we all face…
7 things we wish we could tell all new mums
Becoming a mum is a transformative experience, but it’s also a steep learning curve. New mums have to learn to care for their baby as they deal with exhaustion, their changing body…
How to survive sleepless nights as a new parent
Nothing can prepare a parent for the sleepless nights that having a new baby brings. Except for maybe a stint in a special forces commando unit in the army…