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Toxic household products to avoid during pregnancy
Find out about the toxic products you should try to avoid during pregnancy. Are they dangerous? And what should you do if you’re exposed?
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Medicine and poisons safety in the home
Learn how to make your home a safer place for children by reducing the risk of poisoning and what do if your child swallows a poison.
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Choking, suffocation and swallowed objects
Babies and children have small airways that can be easily blocked. Some foods and common household objects can cause choking and suffocation.
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Cosmetic procedures and beauty treatments during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Find out what cosmetic procedures and beauty treatments are safe during pregnancy and while you are breastfeeding.
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Creating a family budget
Creating a family budget can help you manage your finances and spend less time worrying about money. This page will guide you through the steps.
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Smoking and vaping during pregnancy
Find out how smoking and vaping can affect your fertility and pregnancy. Quitting smoking will give your baby the best start in life.
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Things to avoid during pregnancy
From alcohol to house paints, there are a few things you should avoid during pregnancy. Find out more about what you should avoid during pregnancy.
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Allergies: controlling your environment
Allergies can be triggered by allergens including pollens, mould and dust. Learn how to keep your environment allergen-free and minimise allergic reactions.
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Hand washing
Hand washing is also one of the most important ways to prevent the spread of infection by the accumulation of germs on your hands.
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Colds and flu during pregnancy and breastfeeding
When you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you need to be extra careful with medicines you take for cold or flu, as they can affect your unborn baby.
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