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Travelling with kids

Travelling with your child can sometimes be challenging. It helps to plan for your travel and give yourself a longer time to get there.

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Travel and pregnancy

With the proper precautions, and armed with information on when to travel, vaccinations and insurance, most women can travel safely well into their pregnancy.

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Air travel with babies and children

Travelling with your baby or child by plane can be challenging, but with planning and these tips, you can ensure a safe and comfortable journey.

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Pregnancy help when overseas

In most cases, you can safely travel while you’re pregnant. Find out here how to prepare for overseas travel, and what to pack, and how to get help.

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Gastroenteritis in babies

Gastroenteritis (gastro) is an infection of your baby’s digestive system. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of gastro in infants.

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Diarrhoea in babies and children

Diarrhoea in babies and children is common. Learn more about the symptoms of diarrhoea and how to stop your child from becoming dehydrated.

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Vaccinations and pregnancy

Vaccination is especially important before and during pregnancy. Read on to learn why, as well as information on side effects and costs.

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Chickenpox and pregnancy

Chickenpox in adults is a serious disease, especially in pregnant women. Find out how to protect yourself and what to do if you have chickenpox.

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Whooping cough and pregnancy

Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough (pertussis), its diagnosis and treatment, and when you should be vaccinated to protect your baby.

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Mumps in babies and children

Find out how babies and children catch mumps, the symptoms, how to treat your child at home, and when to have them vaccinated against mumps.

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