ITP In Kids Series: ITP And Toddlers Beyond The Count podcast

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When a toddler is diagnosed with Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), everyday bumps and bruises can feel overwhelming.

In this episode of Beyond the Count, host Danielle Boyle speaks with Associate Professor Dr Chris Barnes, Paediatric Haematologist at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne and Medical Advisor to ITP Australia and New Zealand.

Together, they explore how ITP presents in children under five, why spontaneous remission is common, and what parents should watch for when it comes to bleeding and head knocks.

The conversation also covers practical tips for balancing safety with letting kids be kids, preparing daycare and playgroup staff with the correct information, and knowing when to worry versus when to relax. This episode offers clarity, reassurance, and expert guidance to help families navigate the early months of ITP with confidence.

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