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Short answers to the questions parents ask most, written only from the guidelines and with the source on every sentence.

72 guides

Updated 06/10/2026

How can I protect my child from hepatitis B?

Hepatitis B is a liver infection that can be prevented with a vaccine given soon after birth.

Updated 02/10/2026

Tuberculosis in children: what parents need to know

TB is an infectious disease that usually affects the lungs, but it is preventable and curable.

Updated 29/09/2026

What do my baby's growth percentiles mean?

Growth charts show the pattern most healthy children follow, and small changes are normal.

Updated 29/09/2026

What is hepatitis A and how can I protect my family?

Hepatitis A is a liver infection spread by contaminated food, water and dirty hands, but it usually gets better on its own.

Updated 25/09/2026

My child missed some vaccines — what should I do now?

If your child missed vaccine doses, they can usually still catch up. Talk to your doctor about a plan.

Updated 20/09/2026

What is polio and how can I protect my child?

Polio is a highly infectious virus that can cause paralysis, but vaccination can protect a child for life.

Updated 16/09/2026

Bronchiolitis in babies: what parents need to know

Bronchiolitis is a common chest infection in babies that starts like a cold and can make breathing harder.

Updated 16/09/2026

Headache in children and adults: what can I do and when is it serious?

Most headaches are not serious and get better on their own, but some signs mean you need help fast.

Updated 16/09/2026

Heat exhaustion or heatstroke in my child: what should I do?

Heat exhaustion can be treated by cooling down within 30 minutes, but heatstroke is a medical emergency.

Updated 16/09/2026

How do I care for my newborn baby in the first weeks?

Feeding, nappies, sleep and warning signs — a simple guide to the first weeks at home with your baby.

Updated 16/09/2026

How do I treat my child's cold and when should I worry?

Colds are mild and usually get better on their own, but some symptoms mean you should see a doctor.

Updated 16/09/2026

Vomiting in children: what to do and when to worry

Vomiting is usually caused by a stomach bug and gets better in a few days, but watch for dehydration.

Updated 16/09/2026

What is croup and how do I care for my child at home?

Croup is a common illness in young children that causes a barking cough and hoarse voice, and it is usually mild.

Updated 16/09/2026

What should I do if my child has a fever?

A fever is usually the body fighting an infection. Most children get better with fluids, rest and comfort.

Updated 16/09/2026

What should I do if my child has anaphylaxis?

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that needs emergency treatment straight away.

Updated 16/09/2026

What should I do if my child has gastroenteritis?

Gastroenteritis is usually mild, but the main risk is dehydration. Here is how to help at home and when to get care.

Updated 16/09/2026

What should I do if my child is having an asthma attack?

Sit them up, stay calm, use their reliever inhaler — and call for emergency help if they do not improve.

Updated 16/09/2026

What should I do if my child may have swallowed something harmful?

Poisoning needs medical advice fast — here is what to do while you wait for help.

Updated 16/09/2026

When should my baby start solid foods and what do I give?

Around 6 months, babies can start solid foods alongside breast milk or formula. Here is how to begin.

Updated 16/09/2026

Why did my child faint, and what should I do?

A faint is a brief loss of consciousness. Most children recover fully, but some signs mean you need urgent help.

Updated 16/09/2026

Why does my child have tummy pain and vomiting?

Tummy pain in children often comes with vomiting or diarrhoea, and most cases get better in a few days.

Updated 16/09/2026

Why does my child stop breathing when they cry?

Breath-holding spells are brief, harmless episodes when a crying child stops breathing for a few seconds.

Updated 16/09/2026

Why is my baby crying so much — could it be colic?

Colic is lots of crying in a healthy baby under 5 months. It usually stops by 3 to 4 months.

Updated 16/09/2026

Why is my teenager hurting themselves and how can I help?

Self-harm is a way some young people cope with overwhelming feelings, and support helps.

Updated 12/09/2026

What should parents know about malaria in children?

Malaria is a serious but preventable and curable disease spread by mosquito bites, and young children are at higher risk.

Updated 11/09/2026

How can I stop my child from drowning?

Drowning happens in seconds and is often silent, but close supervision and simple steps can prevent it.

Updated 11/09/2026

What is malnutrition in children and what can parents do?

Malnutrition means the body gets too little, too much or the wrong balance of energy and nutrients.

Updated 04/09/2026

Can I give my child paracetamol and ibuprofen together?

Official NHS advice says do not give both at the same time; only alternate if a health professional tells you to.

Updated 04/09/2026

Cough medicines for kids: what do official guidelines say?

Guidelines agree: avoid OTC cough medicines in young children. Use honey, fluids, and rest instead.

Updated 02/09/2026

Chickenpox in Kids: What Parents Should Know

Chickenpox is a common, itchy viral infection in children. Here is how to spot it, treat it at home, and know when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

Does my child have a urinary tract infection?

Learn the signs of a UTI in children and what you can do at home to help.

Updated 02/09/2026

Eating disorders in teens: signs and how to help

A guide for parents on spotting eating disorder warning signs, helping at home, and knowing when to get urgent care.

Updated 02/09/2026

Hand, foot and mouth disease: What parents should know

A guide to hand, foot and mouth disease in children, including symptoms, home care, and when to seek medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

Head injury at home: what should parents watch for?

Official guidance on caring for a child after a minor head injury, including symptoms to watch and when to seek urgent help.

Updated 02/09/2026

How can I soothe my teething baby at home?

Teething usually starts around 6 months. You can ease sore gums at home, but know when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

How do I give my child ibuprofen safely?

A parent's guide to children's ibuprofen, including who can take it, how to give it, and when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

How do I give my child paracetamol safely?

A plain-language guide to giving paracetamol to children, including doses, safety rules, and when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

How do I know if my teen needs mental health help?

Learn the warning signs of teen mental health problems and what you can do to help at home.

Updated 02/09/2026

How does screen time affect my child's sleep?

Limiting screen time and keeping regular sleep times helps young children get the good quality sleep they need.

Updated 02/09/2026

How long should I breastfeed my baby?

Experts recommend breastfeeding exclusively for the first 6 months, then continuing with solid foods up to 2 years or beyond.

Updated 02/09/2026

Insect bites: what helps and when to worry

Most insect bites are harmless and get better in a few days. Here is how to treat them at home and when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

Measles: What Parents Need to Know

Measles is a highly contagious viral illness with a distinctive rash. Here is what to watch for and how to care for your child.

Updated 02/09/2026

My baby keeps spitting up — is it reflux?

Reflux is common in babies and usually gets better on its own. Here’s what you can do and when to get help.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has a nosebleed – what should I do?

Nosebleeds are common in children and usually stop with simple first aid at home. Here is what to do.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has a sore throat – what should I do?

A sore throat is common and usually gets better on its own within a week. Here is how to help your child feel better and when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has an ear infection, what should I do?

Ear infections are common in children and often get better on their own within a few days. Here is what you can do at home and when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has anxiety: what can I do?

A practical guide for parents on recognizing anxiety in children and teens, helping at home, and knowing when to seek urgent care.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has asthma. What should I do?

Learn how to manage your child's asthma at home, spot warning signs, and know when to get urgent medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has hives — what should I do?

Hives are itchy raised bumps on the skin that usually get better on their own within a few days.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child has the flu. What should I do?

A parent's guide to flu in children, including symptoms, home care, warning signs, and prevention.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child hit their head. What should I do?

Learn how to care for a child after a head injury and when to get urgent medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child is constipated, what can I do?

Simple diet, fluid, and toilet routine changes can help relieve constipation. See a doctor if it doesn't improve.

Updated 02/09/2026

My child wets the bed. What can I do?

Bedwetting is common and usually stops on its own. Here is what you can do at home and when to get help.

Updated 02/09/2026

Pink eye in kids: What to do at home and when to worry

Pink eye is common in children. Most cases get better on their own, but some need a doctor.

Updated 02/09/2026

Sunburn in Kids: What Parents Should Know

Sunburn is skin damage from too much sun. It usually heals within 7 days. Here is how to help your child at home.

Updated 02/09/2026

What are growing pains and how can I help my child?

Growing pains are harmless leg aches in children aged 3 to 12 that usually get better on their own.

Updated 02/09/2026

What are the signs of meningitis in my child?

Meningitis is a serious infection of the brain and spinal cord lining. Learn the signs and when to get urgent help.

Updated 02/09/2026

What is cradle cap and how can I treat it?

Cradle cap is a harmless, common baby skin condition that usually clears on its own with gentle home care.

Updated 02/09/2026

What is pneumonia in kids and what can I do at home?

Pneumonia is a lung infection that usually gets better at home with rest, fluids, and fever medicine.

Updated 02/09/2026

What should I do about my child's rash?

A guide to common childhood rashes, what you can do at home, and when to get medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

What should I do if my baby has RSV?

RSV is a common virus that causes cold-like symptoms, but it can be serious for babies. Here is what to watch for and do.

Updated 02/09/2026

What should I do if my child gets a burn or scald?

Cool the burn with running water right away, then cover it loosely. Get emergency help for large, deep, or chemical burns.

Updated 02/09/2026

What should I do if my child has scarlet fever?

Scarlet fever is a contagious bacterial infection that mostly affects young children and is easily treated with antibiotics.

Updated 02/09/2026

What should I do if my child has whooping cough?

Whooping cough causes long coughing fits. Learn how to care for your child at home and when to get urgent medical help.

Updated 02/09/2026

What temperature is a fever in children?

Guidelines define fever differently. NHS says 38°C or more. MedlinePlus gives general adult context. Check your child's symptoms, not just the number.

Updated 02/09/2026

What to do if my child is choking?

Learn how to spot choking, give first aid at home, and know when to call for emergency help.

Updated 02/09/2026

What vaccines does my child need and when?

A guide to routine childhood vaccines, why the schedule matters, and what to do if your child misses a dose.

Updated 02/09/2026

When can my baby start solid foods?

Most official bodies say start solids at about 6 months, when your baby shows readiness signs.

Updated 26/08/2026

How do I get rid of head lice fast?

Head lice are common and not caused by dirty hair. You can treat them at home with wet combing or medicated lotions.

Updated 26/08/2026

How do I get rid of threadworms in my child?

Threadworms are common in kids and you can treat them at home with pharmacy medicine and strict hygiene.

Updated 26/08/2026

My child had a febrile seizure. What do I do?

A febrile seizure is a brief, harmless brain response to fever in young children. Here is what to do and when to get help.

Updated 26/08/2026

What are developmental milestones and when should I worry?

Learn what developmental milestones are, how to track them, and when to talk to your child's doctor.