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Medicines for babies and children
Get practical and reliable advice on giving your sick infant or child medicine, including help with measuring dosage and managing side effects.
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Breastfeeding and cancer treatment
Cancer treatment can affect being able to breastfeed safely. Learn when it may be safe to breastfeed your baby and when to ask your doctor.
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Medicines during pregnancy
Learn more about which medicines are safe to take during pregnancy, including over-the-counter medicine, herbal supplements and vitamins.
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Medicines and breastfeeding
While most medicines are safe to take while breastfeeding, some can affect your baby. Learn out more about medicines and breastfeeding here.
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Herbal teas during pregnancy and breastfeeding
During pregnancy or while breastfeeding, it’s important to speak to your doctor or midwife first about the safety and benefits of drinking herbal tea.
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Manage Medicine app
App for managing your medicines and/or those of someone you care for, recording & storing important medical information.
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Thyroid dysfunction and pregnancy
It’s not uncommon to experience thyroid dysfunction during pregnancy. Learn about the signs, testing and how it can be treated to support your baby.
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Cancer diagnosis during pregnancy
A cancer diagnosis during pregnancy is very rare. Treatment options are available and your team can support and advise you in making decisions.
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Microcephaly
Microcephaly is a rare condition that happens when your baby’s brain grows differently. Read about the causes or microcephaly including Zika virus.
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