From runny noses to nappy rash, there's a whole list of complaints that can affect your little bundle of joy. Thankfully, most are not too serious and can be dealt with quite easily. Get the facts on the most common childhood complaints: find out how to prevent them, how to treat them and how to know when to call the doctor.
TYPES OF COMPLAINTS:
Colds and blocked noses
Sometimes it seems they have runny noses the whole year round!
Conjunctivitis
Not usually too bothersome for your child but, careful, it's contagious, for adults, too!
Earache
A common complaint with babies which needs to be monitored very carefully.
First aid
How to treat those cuts and grazes; a must-read for parents of active youngsters.
Immunisation
What vaccines are recommended at which ages, and how are children affected?
Nappy rash
How to get baby's bottom back to its smooth young self.
Sore throat
Is a sore throat an indication of something worse? How to tell and what to do.
Colic
Colic is very common in newborn babies and up to up to 20% of infants suffer.
Constipation
Even the smallest babies can suffer from constipation. Read more about how you can help them.
Fever
What causes it, what can you do and should you call the doctor?
Headlice
It is estimated that about one in five children have head lice at any given time.
Itchy skin and eczema
Despite the myths, babies' skins aren't always perfect.
Possetting
When more milk seems to come out than goes in, your baby may be posseting.
Teething
Sleepless nights for mum and dad, and none too pleasant for your poor little tot, either.
Last updated: 19 Oct 2007