Children’s health and parenting
Children, like adults, can be afflicted by both physical and mental health problems.Health problems that don’t arise until later years often originate as a result of childhood.
To provide your child the best start to life, there is a lot to consider, but every child has the right to the basics − a safe environment, good nutrition, loving relationships and of course, the chance to play and develop. Unfortunately, becoming unwell or getting hurt from time to time is part of childhood too – that’s why we have private health cover! As a parent, your role is to help your child to get back on their feet again, either at home or with the help from the right health care professional.
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https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/children-youth/australias-children/contents/health/the-health-of-australias-children https://healthyfamilies.beyondblue.org.au/age-6-12/mental-health-conditions-in-children/anxiety
https://www.allergy.org.au/patients/food-allergy/food-allergy
https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/immunisation/immunisation-throughout-life/immunisation-for-children https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/children-youth/australias-children/contents/health/chronic-conditionshttps://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/children-youth/eye-health-australian-children/contents/summary https://www.eatforhealth.gov.au/sites/default/files/content/The%20Guidelines/n55f_children_brochure.pdf
All information contained in this article is intended for general information purposes only. The information provided should not be relied upon as medical advice and does not supersede or replace a consultation with a suitably qualified health care professional.