Us Aussies are so lucky to have access to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, lakes and rivers all on our front door step. Swimming and being around water is second nature to us. However, this also means that as parents and caregivers, we need to be at the top of our game when […]
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A rash is a temporary outbreak of itchy, red, blistered, bumpy or scaly skin (delightful i know) that can appear when your child is sick or having an allergic reaction to something. Now I hate to be the bearer of bad news but unfortunately rashes are pretty common in children. Why does my child get
What is dehydration? to put it simply, it’s a lack of hydration. Dehydration happens when the body doesn’t have enough fluid to function properly. Unfortunately children can dehydrate easily when they are sick, this is because they have less fluid volume and less fluid reserves compared to adults. What causes dehydration? Lots of things actually!
Dehydration – what’s the deal? Read More »
Paracetamol and ibuprofen are both medications that can be hugely helpful when you have sick or injured kiddies. They both provide relief from pain and discomfort and are easily accessible at your local chemist. But the important question is…which one is superior? Paracetamol is the name of the actual drug, however you may know it
Paracetamol vs. Ibuprofen…It’s a showdown! Read More »
As registered paramedics we often witness the stress and anxiety caused to parents when their child has a fever. And with so many different resources, opinions and misinformation surrounding fever management, it’s not surprising that a fever could send you spiralling. We get it, being a Mum is tough! With winter just around the corner,
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