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Baby poo colour chart
Just what can you expect to see in your baby's nappy? What you find may surprise you, but your baby's poo can tell you a lot about their health.
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Poos and wees
Babies have delicate skin and need their changing soon after they wee or poo. Learn what is normal and how to prevent nappy rash.
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Accidentally eating unsafe foods (ingesting questionable foods)
Avoid unsafe foods like expired, mouldy, or contaminated items. Watch for symptoms and seek medical help if needed.
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Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness that mainly affects children under 10 years old but can also affect older children and adults.
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Bladder and bowel incontinence during pregnancy
Incontinence of your bladder (wee) or bowel (poo) is common during pregnancy. Learn what causes incontinence and how to prevent and manage it.
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Pets in the family
Find out how to prepare your pet for a new baby and how to teach your child to look after your pet. Learn about pet allergies and illnesses.
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Enterovirus in children
Enteroviruses cause a range of illnesses which are usually mild. You can help prevent the spread of enterovirus infection by practising good hygiene.
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Worms in humans
Several types of intestinal worms may infect people in Australia, but threadworms are the most common. Learn about symptoms and treatment of worms.
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Pregnancy and breastfeeding with hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a virus that damages your liver. Infection with HepB can pass to your baby during birth. Read more on what to do if you are diagnosed.
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Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is a common infection caused by a parasite. Symptoms include high temperature, swollen glands, sore throat and aching muscles.
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