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Epilepsy in children

Find out about epilepsy in children, including the symptoms, causes and treatments, as well as what to do when you child has a seizure.

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Seizures in children

Seeing your child have a seizure or convulsion can be frightening. Learn what to do, how seizures are diagnosed, treated and prevented.

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Cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy damages your nervous system affecting your movement and coordination. Read more about the causes and risk factors.

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TENS (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation)

TENS is a form of pain relief that can be used during labour. Read about TENS machines and how they may be used to relieve pain during childbirth.

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Vitamins and supplements during pregnancy

Folic acid, iodine and vitamin D supplements are recommended during pregnancy. But a healthy diet will provide all the other nutrients that you need.

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Folate and pregnancy

Folate (folic acid) supplements are important for pregnancy as they can help prevent birth defects, including neural tube defects such as spina bifida.

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Anaemia in pregnancy

During pregnancy, some people become anaemic, which means they have too few red blood cells in their body. Diet and supplements can help.

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Neural tube defects

Neural tube defect affects less than 1 in 1000 pregnancies. Learn about factors that increase your baby's risk, and what you can do to reduce risk.

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Spina bifida

Spina bifida is a condition that affects the normal development of a baby's spine early in pregnancy. Read about causes, diagnosis and support.

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Vitamin K at birth

Parents of all newborn babies are offered a vitamin K injection for their baby soon after birth. Find out why vitamin K is important for your baby.

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