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Common health concerns in babies' first year

… coughing or sneezing, check with your healthcare provider or call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 . … baby has signs of dehydration, see your healthcare provider or call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 … it can lead to dehydration. See your healthcare practitioner if your baby can't keep any …

Safe chairs for babies in the first year

For safe seating, your baby needs a chair that's right for his or her age and size, especially once you start introducing solid foods. Safe, comfy seating for your baby will make mealtimes easier and …

Common breastfeeding concerns

… none of them means you can't breastfeed your baby. For many, breastfeeding is much simpler … milk! Almost all parents worry that their babies aren’t getting enough milk. In a … . Did you know? By around two to three months after birth, your breasts may become a …

Immunization in your baby's first year

… if your baby should be immunized for the flu. Resources & Links: HealthLink BC: …

Special Health Concerns During Pregnancy

… of HELLP syndrome, you should seek emergency medical treatment. Breech position By about 32 … of HELLP syndrome, you should seek emergency medical treatment. … Breech position By about …

Safety At Home in Baby's First Year

… first aid Courses on basic first aid, baby safety and home safety are available through community … baby and after sneezing, coughing, using the bathroom or handling diapers or pets. Make …

Teething Common Concerns

… Overview If your baby is teething, you may have questions that many other parents ask. Are my baby's symptoms caused by teething? When teething, many babies … child has a fever. Severe or ongoing symptoms should be closely watched and discussed with …

Safe drinking water in your baby's first year

… dangers of nitrates in well water, see the HealthLink BC file Nitrate Contamination in … safe to drink. For more information, see the HealthLink BC file Should I Get My Well Water … on safely preparing infant formula, visit the Health Canada website . Useful resources How …

Your health during pregnancy

… I take antidepressants while I'm pregnant? Tests and procedures Your healthcare provider may recommend tests when you are pregnant. These tests can provide insight into the health of …

Postpartum First 6 Weeks After Childbirth

Topic Overview What is postpartum? During the first weeks after giving birth, your body begins to heal and adjust to not being pregnant. This is called postpartum (or the postpartum period). Your …