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Styes and chalazions in babies

Styes and chalazia can be worrying but normally heal on their own. Read on to learn how to identify them, and make your baby more comfortable.

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Sticky eye

Sticky eye occurs when your baby's tear duct is blocked. If your baby has a watery or sticky eye, get your doctor to check it out.

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Eyesight in children

Good eyesight is important for your child's learning and development. Learn more about vision problems and what you can do to help your child.

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Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the surface of the eye. It is very common in young children and it can be highly contagious.

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How to introduce allergy foods

You can gradually introduce allergy foods to your baby's diet when they start on solids, at about 6 months.

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