Vaccination is especially important before and during pregnancy. Read on to learn why, as well as information on side effects and costs.

Fifth disease or 'slapped cheek disease' is a mild viral illness marked by a red rash that makes children's cheeks look like they've been slapped.

Here's what you should know about COVID-19 and children, including symptoms, how to treat COVID-19, getting vaccinated and preventing infection.

Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough, how to prevent it spreading, when your child should see a doctor and when they can get vaccinated.

Congenital heart differences or defects (CHD) are a group of different heart abnormalities that are present at birth.

Health problems present from birth include any health condition that a baby is born with and are sometimes called birth defects, birth differences or congenital anomalies.

If you are pregnant, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause serious problems for you and your baby. See how STIs are diagnosed and treated.

Find out more about the symptoms of rubella, when your child should see a doctor, how to care for a sick child at home, and how the disease spreads.

Chickenpox in adults is a serious disease, especially in pregnant women. Find out how to protect yourself and what to do if you have chickenpox.

Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a bacteria that causes both mild and severe disease in pregnancy. Learn more on symptoms and when to see your doctor.