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Fontanelles are soft spots on a baby's head where the skull bones have not yet completely fused together. Learn what signs may be a health problem.

Caesarean (C-section) is an operation to give birth to a baby, which may be planned or an emergency. Find out why it might be needed.

Slow weight gain, previously known as 'failure to thrive’, is when a baby doesn’t grow as expected. Learn about why it happens and what to do.

Speech problems are common in young children. Some speech troubles can indicate a speech or development delay. Find out when to seek further advice.

Babies born with tongue-tie can’t move their tounge freely. Having tongue-tie can make feeding more difficult for your baby, but help is available.

Preterm labour is when you go into labour before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Find out about having a premature baby and the extra care your baby may need.

Find out what is normal child sexual behaviour, how to help children develop positive attitudes to sexuality, and when to seek advice.

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the surface of the eye. It is very common in young children and it can be highly contagious.

Learn more about the signs of hearing loss in children - what causes it, how it's diagnosed and possible treatments depending on its severity.