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Complete Children's Health

Locality: Moonee Ponds, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9375 7833

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25.01.2022 This might explain a few things -

25.01.2022 Many autistic children suffer from bullying. It is important to be aware of your child's environment, talk to teachers, observe your child's behaviour or any change in behaviour. Sadly young autistic people who experience bullying may also become habituated to these painful experiences and view it as the norm, which is not acceptable.

23.01.2022 The Royal Children’s Hospital National Child Health Poll of 1434 parents who care for 2553 children, has found a range of barriers which may impact on the willingness of parents to attend a testing clinic for their child.

22.01.2022 Children with autism are more likely than typically developing children to meet criteria for being considered overweight or obese in early childhood through adolescence. These weight issues can have long term health effects: Obesity plays a role in the development of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and certain cancers in adulthood. To help your child stay in a healthy weight range our CCH dieticians can help you.

21.01.2022 Diagnosing autism is not easy as there is no medical test that a child can take to confirm their condition. The only way to recognise autism is to carefully study your child’s behaviour and developmental patterns. The signs and effects of autism can range from mild to serious for children. By detecting autism before your child reaches 18 months of age, you can provide early and intensive treatment that effectively helps treat the symptoms. A young child’s brain has remarkable plasticity and adaptability, hence, early treatment can make all the difference.

20.01.2022 Kids love the whole dressing up part of Halloween and this year it is going to be a bit different. Here's some ideas to still make it fun at your place

18.01.2022 Children on the Spectrum often hit themselves which can be distressing to watch. Often the reason is that hitting themselves can feed either the tactile touch receptors on the skin or provide ineffective proprioceptive/deep pressure input to the joints or muscles. One of the ways you can fix this by making sure they're getting the right type of sensory input, which can keep them calmer. Like jumping on a trampoline can provide deep pressure input. Using a foam massage roller can provide both tactile and proprioceptive input. Additionally, compression vests, tactile mats, and sensory brushes also give sensory input to children.

18.01.2022 Why You & Your Child Need Carbs To Be Healthy Carbohydrates are brain food. Not only do they help keep brain fog at bay, but they can also boost your child's mood. If your child is extremely picky, they may not be getting enough carbs for their body's needs. Carbohydrates can help your child feel full. If your child is constantly asking for more food, they may not be getting enough. Carbs, especially those in fibre-rich foods, can help reduce your risk of heart disease and lower your LDL cholesterol. You'll also want to be aware that your child's sluggishness may not be because of poor sleep habits but because of poor carb intake.

17.01.2022 There are several development signs based on the age of your child that may call for immediate care and attention: By 6 months: No big smile or joyful expression By 12 months: Not responding to their name when being called By 12 months: No baby talk... By 12 months: No gestures, such as pointing or waving By 16 months: Inability to speak By 24 months: Inability to use meaningful two-word phrases Another sign to look for is a regression of any kind. Some children with autism still develop communication skills until they are 2 years old, but then stop using language or playing social games completely. This sign of regression has a high chance of being autism. If your child has started learning to talk with words like mummy, but then stops communicating entirely, then that is an alarming sign you need to pay attention to.

17.01.2022 As we have been lockdown for so long, some children may suffer from Separation anxiety. This disorder occurs when children do not outgrow the fear of being away from parents or caregivers. They may mean that they cling to their parents and refuse to go to school, camp, or sleepovers, leading to a reduction in school attendance and performance, isolation from peers, and difficulties in maintaining friendships. Children with separation anxiety disorder frequently appear depressed, withdrawn, and uninterested. This disorder is most common in children between the ages of seven and nine.

16.01.2022 Last year we compiled some information for parents on recommendations for the amount of screen time children should have. We thought it might be worth revisiting, especially with isolating and winter months, to help ensure your child is not over doing it.

16.01.2022 Toddlers may hit themselves when something is hurting them. When they are struggling with physical pain like ear infections, teething, and tummy aches. If they keep hitting themselves in the same place, this could be a sign they're communicating where the pain is located.

16.01.2022 It's honestly been a roller coaster... either we don’t get invited to the parties, which obviously brings up a range of hurt feelings and rejection, or people do invite you, but they don’t interact with the boys anyway.

13.01.2022 Monday morning thought starter!

12.01.2022 This year we have seen an increase in playing with jigsaw puzzles. Many people with autism, even those who are non-verbal, have a tremendous knack for solving jigsaws and similar puzzles. There are even local Facebook Groups who do jigsaw puzzle swaps. Great fun and a good sense of achievement for all the family.

12.01.2022 One in every thousand children has apraxia, and despite intensive investigation, the genetic origins of this debilitating speech disorder have remained largely unexplained, until now, making the findings significant on a global scale.

11.01.2022 For hungry kids, milk or yoghurt can be a quick easy after school treat. Children aged over one and under the age of five need less than 500ml of milk each day. Less if they are eating cheese or yoghurt. Also, too much milk will keep them fuller and less likely to eat their main meals. Too much dairy can also inhibit the absorption of iron leading to iron deficiency and can also cause nausea, stomach pains, and diarrhoea, even if you're not lactose intolerant.

09.01.2022 What are the benefits of reading to children? First, set the scene in your head. You choose a book. You sit down in your favourite armchair, with your child in your lap, and open to the first of many smooth, colourful pages. You begin to read, and your child is utterly captivated by the story. It’s magic. What’s even better is that your child isn’t just having fun, they’re learning!... Reality may look a little different: Just know you’re not alone if your baby tries to eat the book or your toddler wanders around the room instead of sitting patiently. But the benefits of reading remain the same.

08.01.2022 Becoming a dad and preparing for fatherhood can be daunting and for those who have had a baby born very prematurely, there can be extra pressures and responsibilities to navigate.

07.01.2022 This year we have seen great strength and support from brothers and sisters who have an autistic sibling. It can be difficult at times, but many typical children feel protective of their autistic brother or sister and are invested in their success. They may act as translators if their sibling’s speech sounds garbled to strangers, and they may understand their brother or sister’s needs and abilities even better than their parents do. They have even helped with homeschooling and support. So to every person who has an autistic sibling and who has been extra supportive this year, we thank you.

07.01.2022 Every child with autism is different, but one of the common problems is getting enough sleep or trouble sleeping. There are a range of strategies we can recommend to parents and children that are highly effective in helping children with ASD get a good night’s sleep, but they need to be tailored to each child. Have a chat with us about how we can help.

07.01.2022 Genes play a significant factor in childhood vision problems. The risk factor can go as high as 60% in some cases If your kids are at risk of inheriting your eye problems, make sure to minimise the environmental factors that can worsen their conditions. You can limit the screen time for your kids, for example. Studies have established a link between the blue light from gadgets to digital eye strain.

06.01.2022 Autistic children are twice as likely to have trouble sleeping as typical children. Their poor sleep has been linked to severe traits including severe repetitive and restricted behaviours. Here's some handy info on how to help on our website.

01.01.2022 Mr Noodle is a fun way for kids to learn