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Child Health
National Support
Baby's Development
Read about baby reviews, teething, potty training, learning and behaviour.
Child Health and Development
Children’s development and mental health are affected by various factors, including the environments they are raised in, the relationships they build and the experiences they have.
Caring For A Newborn Baby
How to look after a newborn baby in those first few days (0 to 12 weeks).
Crying Babies
Speak to someone if you need support such as your family, friends, midwife, GP or health visitor.
Rashes in Babies and Children
Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they're often nothing to worry about.
This page covers some of the common rashes in babies and children.
As a parent, you may know if your child seems seriously unwell and should trust your judgement.
Is My Child Too Ill For School?
It can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child off school, nursery or playgroup when they're unwell.
NSPCC
If you’re worried about a child, even if you’re unsure, contact NSPCC professional counsellors for help, advice and support.
Childline
Offers free, confidential advice and support for any child 18 years or under, whatever the worry.
Contact: For families with disabled children
Contact support families with the best possible guidance and information. For every shape and size of family, whatever they need and whatever their child’s disability.
Dyspraxia Foundation
The helpline is available to help you with problems and issues you may encounter; offering help and advice to people with dyspraxia, parents, carers, and families about or on the subject of dyspraxia.
Cleft Lip and Palate Association
The helpline is available to help you with problems and issues you may encounter; offering help and advice to people with dyspraxia, parents, carers, and families about or on the subject of dyspraxia.
Change4Life
Change4Life aims to help your family be healthier and happier. Find out more about what’s really in the food your family eats.