Plunket is anticipating a sharp increase in calls following today's massive earthquake in Christchurch.
It says children will be feeling anxious and scared and it's important parents be patient and reassuring.
Plunket was assessing damage to Plunket offices in Canterbury.
It recommended people who needed urgent advice to call PlunketLine
Plunket urges parents to reassure anxious children
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