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Teething
Teething can start between 4 and 10 months and usually makes babies fussy and cranky. Find out how to ease your baby’s teething discomfort and care for new and emerging teeth.
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Baby teeth
Baby teeth start to come through the gums at about 6 months and have usually all appeared by 2 to 3 years of age. Learn how to care for baby teeth.
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Tooth arrival chart
Babies are usually born with 20 baby teeth. Use this chart to see when you can expect their teeth to come through.
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Dental care for babies and children
Learn about tooth development in babies and children, brushing teeth, flossing, tooth decay, other dental problems and when to see a dentist.
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Teeth grinding (bruxism) in children
Find out about teeth grinding and clenching (called bruxism) in children, including signs of teeth grinding and available treatments.
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Newborn baby essentials
Find out some of the essentials for looking after your newborn. Find out when your baby will need to have health checkups and immunisations. There is also lots of information on nappies, giving your baby a bath and teeth development.
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Thumb sucking
Thumb sucking is a self-soothing habit in young children. Read about some strategies to help stop your child from sucking their thumb.
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Looking after your teeth during pregnancy
Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase your risk of having dental problems. Find out about caring for your teeth during pregnancy.
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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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Common myths about babies
Find out about some of the common myths you may hear or read about young babies.
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