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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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Sleep problems in children

Common sleep disorders in children include sleepwalking, insomnia, night terrors and teeth grinding. Learn about managing these disorders.

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Sleepwalking in children

Sleepwalking can be a fairly common sleep problem in young children. Find out more about what causes sleepwalking, and what you can do to manage it.

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Sleep and your child

A good night's sleep is important to your toddler's development. Learn about sleep patterns, good sleep habits and common sleep problems.

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a range of conditions caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Learn more about FASD here.

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Insomnia in pregnancy and breastfeeding

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Read more to learn about causes, symptoms and how to improve your sleep.

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Carpal tunnel syndrome and pregnancy

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition some people experience during pregnancy. Learn more about carpal tunnel syndrome and how to treat it.

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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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Infertility

Find out what infertility is and what you can do if you are having problems falling pregnant. Fertility problems affect both males and females.

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