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Everything you need to know about over-the-counter painkillers for kids

Everything you need to know about over-the-counter painkillers for kids

When your child is in pain, you want to do everything you can to help, but it’s important to use caution with painkillers. Here’s what you need to know.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Should you be concerned when your child is prescribed opioids?

Should you be concerned when your child is prescribed opioids?

Opioids can seem scary, and no parent wants to expose their kids to risks, but what happens when your kid needs surgery? We asked a paediatrician.

Dr. Dina Kulik

How to make needles hurt less

How to make needles hurt less

Making needles less painful can prevent kids from being scared of getting vaccines. A paediatrician suggests ways to minimize the pain.

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Can screens really cause headaches in kids?

Can screens really cause headaches in kids?

Screen use has been linked to head and neck pain. Here’s how to determine if screens are the problem and ensure safer viewing.

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What to do when your baby is constipated

What to do when your baby is constipated

Reducing constipation in your baby is all about getting the right balance of foods. A paediatrician explains how to keep kids well-fed and comfortable.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Why is my baby so gassy?

Why is my baby so gassy?

If your baby is gassy all the time, dairy in your diet could be to blame. Here's how to identify intolerance and get rid of your baby’s gassiness.

Dr. Dina Kulik

What to do about toddler diarrhea

What to do about toddler diarrhea

When your toddler has diarrhea, one of these three problems is likely to blame. Here’s what you need to know to keep your kiddo healthy.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Is your child starting puberty too early?

Is your child starting puberty too early?

Kids always seem to be growing up too fast, but Dr. Dina Kulik explains how to know when those early signs of puberty are actually abnormal.

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Is your child becoming overweight?

Is your child becoming overweight?

You’ve heard that childhood obesity is on the rise, but how do you know if your own child’s health is at risk? A paediatrician explains.

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Should I be worried that my baby is in a low weight percentile?

Baby development

Should I be worried that my baby is in a low weight percentile?

Babies come in all shapes and sizes, so some are bound to be smaller, but there are some things to look out for if your baby’s weight is on the low side.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Does your newborn have jaundice?

Does your newborn have jaundice?

It’s not uncommon for newborns to get a yellowish tinge to their skin, but it sometimes can be serious. Here’s what you should know about jaundice.

Dr. Dina Kulik

When should a baby start teething?

When should a baby start teething?

Don’t worry if your baby hasn’t started teething when others her age have. Dr. Dina explains the normal range for sprouting those first teeth.

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How to clean a baby’s first teeth

How to clean a baby’s first teeth

Your baby just got her first teeth! Now how do you clean them? And do you use toothpaste? Paediatrician Dr. Dina Kulik has the answers.

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Is it safe to introduce solids before a baby's teeth come in?

Is it safe to introduce solids before a baby's teeth come in?

Is your baby showing interest in solids, but he doesn't have teeth yet? Dr. Dina Kulik answers your baby-feeding questions.

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What to do when your teething baby is refusing food

What to do when your teething baby is refusing food

Is your baby teething and refusing food because of the pain? Dr. Dina Kulik offers some advice on what you can do to help.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Is there such thing as a teething fever?

Is there such thing as a teething fever?

Can a baby really get a fever from teething? Dr. Dina Kulik tells you everything you need to know about teething and signs of illness in babies.

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Can my kid get mumps and measles even if she's been vaccinated?

Can my kid get mumps and measles even if she's been vaccinated?

Your kid has received the MMR vaccine, but you still worry when you hear about mumps and measles outbreaks. Here's what you need to know.

Dr. Dina Kulik

If teething gels are dangerous, how can I relieve my baby’s teething pain?

If teething gels are dangerous, how can I relieve my baby’s teething pain?

Is your baby teething? Dr. Dina Kulik says to avoid teething gels altogether and suggests safer alternatives for pain relief.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Can my pet make my baby sick?

Can my pet make my baby sick?

Pets can reduce the risk of allergies and asthma for babies, but can they also pass on diseases? Here are the facts you need to know.

Dr. Dina Kulik

My kid keeps getting sick from daycare. Are there any immune boosters for kids?

My kid keeps getting sick from daycare. Are there any immune boosters for kids?

It's inevitable that kids will pick up germs at daycare, but there are some actions you can take to help prevent them from getting sick all the time.

Dr. Dina Kulik

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