Baby and child health

Tips, advice and support for your child's health and wellbeing

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Take care of your child's health

Keeping your child safe and healthy at all stages of their development is important. Our pharmacists will be there to support you from their first cry to their final day at school. Whether it is cold or flu, headlice, nappy rash or colic, we have your back.

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School's back in session

It's almost the start of the new school term. Get ready for the new school year with our back-to-school range as well as our in-store and online services.

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Health tips for the new school year

Every day at school matters. Good health practices can help avoid absences. From coughs and colds to skin rashes, learn how you can support their wellbeing this term.

Managing winter bugs

Viruses spread quicker in colder conditions. Learn how to protect your child against colds, flu and Covid this winter.

Does my child have chickenpox?

Chickenpox is a common condition in children. Find out how to manage the rash at home and keep your child healthy.

How to combat cold and flu

Learn about the differences between colds and the flu and how you can treat both at home.

Common childhood skin conditions

Our pharmacists' outline how you can identify a rash and explain what medical help you can access when it is causing severe pain or irritation.

Manage winter illnesses with Pharmacy First

The winter season is fast approaching and as your child heads back to school their chances of picking up an illness will increase. If you think you’re child has a sore throat or a skin condition like impetigo, which can be caused by the spread of bacteria like strep A, you can access Pharmacy First.

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Baby and infant health

What is colic?

If your baby is crying for no obvious reason, they could have colic. Find out what colic is, its symptoms and how you can improve your baby's discomfort.

Is there a remedy for cradle cap?

Cradle cap is a harmless skin condition. But if you want remove the thick, yellow patches of skin it causes from your baby's scalp, you can treat it at home. Our pharmacists explain how you can loosen and remove it.

Nappy rash guide

Nappy rash can cause itchy, irritated skin. Learn how you can prevent it and calm the irritation it causes.

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Pregnancy care

What vitamins can I take during pregnancy?

Our pharmacists break down the pros and cons of taking vitamins during pregnancy and outline which can help maintain your health as well as your baby’s.

Vaccines and pregnancy

You will be offered vaccinations against flu, whooping cough and Covid during your pregnancy. Learn how they can help keep you healthy.

How to get a good night's rest

Sleep helps in maintaining your physical and mental health. If you're strugglling to get the rest you need during your pregnancy, we have tips to help improve the quality of your sleep.

Supporting your mental wellbeing

Pregnancy can be life changing. If you need support with your mental health before, during or after pregnancy, we’re here to help.

Vaccination services

Chickenpox vaccine

Our chickenpox vaccine service is available for children over the age of 2. For £130, your child can get vaccinated at eligible Well pharmacies.

HPV vaccine

Our HPV vaccine is available for children over the age of 9. For £160 you can feel assured that your child is protected against HPV infections and the conditions they cause.

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