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What autism looks like in toddlers: VIDEO
The average age of ASD diagnosis is 4 years of age, despite the fact that about half of children with this disorder may be detected by age 14 months.
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Trusting your instincts
How maternal instinct can be a valuable tool for mums when they know something just isn't right with their child.
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Denim and donations for genetic research
Brave Bonner three-year-old Josh Catterick is a great reason to put on denim and donate generously at Jeans for Genes Day 2016.
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A new study from the US suggests that sleep – or rather bedtime – is even more significant than we thought.
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The truth about ready-made baby food
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New recommendations say that when monitoring sick children, doctors should listen to parents more closely.
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Thumb-suckers could have less allergies, study shows
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Toddler diagnosed with early onset puberty
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Henry, 3, said he had a tummy ache. Within hours he was dead
Three-year-old Henry died in February this year, just a few hours after falling ill.
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If you like to read ‘Day on a Plate’ columns, you’ll be interested in your toddler’s take on it.
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3D printed ear will help little Maia hear
Maureen Ross has walked into her dream job designing a 3D printed human ear for children.
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