Health & Child

The development and health of your child is important to all parents. The foundations for this are laid in the first three years of life.

This includes regular appointments with the doctor. But what if your child suddenly dreads the visit? If your daughter or son is scared of the pediatrician, there are various ways to help. First of all, it is important to find out why your child has developed a fear of going to the doctor. Find out here how you can deal with children's fears and ease your daughter's or son's anxiety.

A childproof home also remains important. Your child is now a little whirlwind who wants to discover the world and is curious about the world around them. However, there are some danger spots that you should defuse in good time so that nothing happens to your child. It's best to check your home right away using our comprehensive list.

Every parent is probably familiar with this situation: your child wakes up with a stomach ache or fever. In this case, can I stay at home for a short time and look after my sick child? Of course you can! You don't have to worry about losing your job because of this. Leave of absence is regulated by law. However, new rules have applied to child sickness benefit since 2024. You can find an overview and further information on help and advice here.