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Offspring Child Health Specialists brings together paediatricians & allied health who have the skills and knowledge to care for your child's health. Offspring Child Health Specialists brings together a large group of paediatric specialists and allied health professionals who have the experience, skills and knowledge to look after your child’s health needs. Our team approach enables us to work closely with families, schools and other professionals to provide your child with effective strategies to achieve improved health and wellbeing.
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We are excited to bring to you OFFSHOOT our news page and newsletter. Take a peak at our fantastic articles written by our clinicians. Connect with us through our upcoming Offspring events and community links! www.offspringhealth.com #paediatrics #offspring2017 #offshoot #news #events #letsgettogether #community #justforyou
20 Easy After-School Snacks Your Kids Will Go Wild Over
We would like to share with you some fun and creative ways to prepare healthy snack that you will enjoy preparing too!
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Dr Sarah Donoghue answers some common questions regarding dental care in children. She also shares some great tips on how to maintain healthy teeth.
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Paediatrician Dr Sarah Donoghue and Paediatric Gastroenterologist Dr Jeremy Rajanayagam want to say a big thank you to Launceston city and the Launceston Health Hub for their fantastic support and both look forward to returning in February. #offspring2017 #paediatrics #bebacksoon #Launceston #success
I don't give my kids pocket money
Now that we are well into the new year, it may be worth thinking about strategies to teach your children to save and value money. Here is an interesting article which may have your children buying the christmas presents this year!
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We hope you all have had a restful break! This year brings a lot of fantastic new connections for Offspring starting with the launch of our Launceston clinics this Friday and Saturday. Paediatrician Dr Sarah Donoghue and Paediatric gastroenterologist Dr Jeremy Rajanayagam look forward to working with the team at the Launceston Medical Centre. www.offspringhealth.com
’Tis the season for ... making sure our festive feasts are safe to eat
Offspring Health patients are lucky to have paediatric dietician Catrina Gray to work through their challenges with food. Here are some great ways to store and prepare food which will keep the whole family healthy during this festive season.
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Offspring Child Health Specialists will be closed for Christmas from the 23rd of December. The merry team at Offspring health would like to thank you for the wonderful support you have given us this year and wish you all a very joyful Christmas season. We look forward to seeing you in the new year when we open again on the 9th of January.
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Whether you are the parent of a child with allergies, or hosting a guest with allergies paediatric dietitian Katrina Grey suggests that a little preparation and planning can help you to enjoy the season safely. Here are our 6 tips for an Allergy-Free Christmas! 1) Consider hosting- this enables you to be in full control of what is served. 2) Always read ingredient labels carefully. 3) Modify recipes using allergen-free ingredients: swap wheat for whole-grain & gluten -free flour; ground flaxseeds or applesauce instead of eggs; almond butter in place of peanut butter; and calcium fortified soy milk instead of cows . 4) Focus on whole, minimally processed foods- swap packaged foods for foods such as vegetables with olive oil and herbs, salads with ingredients such as tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado, fresh fruit salads, and lean proteins which have not been marinated. 5) Prevent cross contamination- keep surfaces clean & practice good hygiene. 6) Stay safe when eating away from home- make sure to communicate your child's needs clearly at restaurants, or if eating at the home of friends and family, offer to bring a few snacks or desserts where you know exactly what the ingredients are.
Everybody Loves Raymond Uses Active Listening - from Parent Effectiveness Training
A simple guide to active listening 1. Concentrate completely on what your child is saying. The best way is to crouch down to their level and maintain eye contact. 2. Avoid interupting your child and let them finish their sentence. 3. Repeat back to your child what they have said. Watch how the Romano's do it!.
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At Offspring Child Health we recognise each child has a unique nature with individual needs that can change with age. With a focus on the holistic development of each child, our specialists are committed to educate, inspire and empower children to embrace healthy lifestyle choices that reflect into their adulthood.
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Beat the heat this summer when playing and engaging in sporting activities with your children outside. Dr Sarah Donoghue has some great tips to avoid heat exhaustion and dehydration. - Avoid the playing outside at the hottest part of the day between 11-3pm. - Wear light weight, light coloured loose fitting clothing made of natural fibres. - Preventative measures can be undertaken to minimise heat injuries. Examples include the provision of shade, hats, appropriate sunscreen, spray bottles and drinking water. - Children with illness such as a virus, flu or gastroenteritis or who are feeling unwell are at an extreme risk of heat illness if exercising in moderate to hot weather. Heat stroke is a potentially fatal condition and must be treated immediately. The best first aid measures are “Strip/Soak/Fan”: strip off any excess clothing; soak with water; fan; ice placed in groin and armpits is also helpful. It is important to also seek medical assessment early.
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