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Trust your instincts

When you have a young child, you want everything to go well for them. So it can be very hard if something does not seem right. There can be physical, emotional or developmental issues that show up when they are very young. You, as a parent or caretaker, are often the first to notice that soemthing may be wrong. It's very easy to think that it's your imagination, or you're just being overly worried. But you should trust your instinct! You know your child best, and it's important to follow up on any concerns.

There are things you can do to help your child. The sooner you start, the better!