According to the Canadian Paediatric Society, children younger than age 2 should not spend time in front of screens. It is also recommended to turn off all screens (TV, phone, tablet, etc.) when spending time together as a family, even if they’re simply left on nearby.
Electricity can cause serious problems (e.g., internal burns and heart problems). Always call Info-Santé (8-1-1) or take your child to the emergency room.
Pregnant women are advised not to drink alcohol during their pregnancy. Even a small amount of alcohol can have adverse effects. And the more alcohol consumed, the greater the potential harm to the baby. Binge drinking and regular consumption of alcohol are especially harmful.
Cannabis can interfere with the growth of the fetus, which can result in lower birth weight. It may also affect brain development in the baby, leading to problems later during childhood and adolescence.
Babies and young children can’t blow their noses properly. Nasal irrigation is a technique that involves slowly rinsing the nostrils with saline solution (salt water) to clear the nose.
A baby who vomits will appear to be making an effort. The quantity of vomit produced also tends to be larger than regurgitation. The child may also appear to have a stomach ache.
When a child vomits or has diarrhea, she may become dehydrated. Dehydration occurs when your child doesn’t get enough water and minerals from what she eats and drinks to replace those lost due to diarrhea and vomiting.
A child who has lost consciousness will be immobile, limp, and unresponsive when you touch her or call her name.
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