One of the toughest parts of parenting young children is dealing with sickness and illness. From the age of around 6 months to 6 years children present with…
Throughout our lives, we’re exposed to many different germs which are potentially harmful to us. Some of these, like colds, are minor and our bodies can easily fight…
Many children (and parents) find immunisation visits are an easy and relatively pain-free experience. For some children (and parents) however, needles can be scary, especially on the first…
All vaccines are thoroughly tested to ensure they are safe and work before they are licensed and used in the community. After being licensed vaccine safety continues to…
This article covers the signs and symptoms of pneumonia, the treatment and the complications that can occur in children with pneumonia.
This article on influenza – or flu as it is commonly known – explains the common symptoms of flu and how to care for your afflicted child.
This article covers the signs and symptoms of croup, the treatment and the complications that can occur in children with croup.
This article on colds is full of great advice on how to ease the symptoms of the common cold, including traditional and natural remedies.
This article covers the signs and symptoms of bronchiolitis, the treatment and the complications that can occur in babies with bronchiolitis.
We provide information and advice about Slap Cheek or Parvovirus in humans – the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications.
We provide information and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of rubella or German measles – most importantly the potential complication for pregnant women.
Measles is a highly infectious childhood disease characterised by a rash and fever. We provide helpful articles and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications…
Chicken pox is a highly infectious disease characterised by a fever and rash. We provide information and advice about the signs and symptoms, treatments, risks and complications of chicken…
This article explains why some children get urinary tract infections (UTI), how to treat UTI and some great advice on preventing urinary tract infections.
This article explains fever, the signs and symptoms in children and some great tips on how to manage fever at home.
In this article we examine informed choice on immunisation for parents in New Zealand.
The National Immunisation Schedule is a series of free immunisation visits designed to provide your family with the best protection against vaccine-preventable diseases. It is important to get…
This articles provides parents with a basic outline on where to get immunised and includes information on what to expect when your child is immunised.
This article explains what whooping cough is and how it could affect your child. There’s some great advice on the signs and symptoms, treatments, and how to help…
This Mumps article give parents concise information on the signs and symptoms of mumps and how to care for a child with mumps at home.
This article explains the types of ear infections in toddlers and young children, the signs and symptoms to look out for and the treatment for ear infections.
Want to know more about what is eczema? Looking for tips on how to help your child if they may be prone to eczema? This article gives you…
In this article you will find a description of the common allergies and allergy symptoms, as well as some great practical tips for parents to prevent and manage common allergies…
This asthma article discusses the main signs and symptoms of asthma and guidelines with which parents can help asthmatic children.
This Kiwi Families article provides an allergies overview and also provides a practical overview on coping with allergies in children.