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Baby health Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Find health information for your baby’s first year. Learn about common illnesses and …
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… Burping a Baby On this page: Overview Overview A baby may be uncomfortable after feedings if he or she has … Spitting Up Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… Overfeeding a Baby On this page: Overview Overview Overfeeding a baby often causes the baby discomfort because he or she … Swallowed Air Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… Common health concerns in babies' first year Last updated January 26, 2018 The first time your baby gets a cold, fever or upset stomach, it's normal to worry. But knowing the symptoms of common baby illnesses, and learning how to deal with them, can help …
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Baby Blues On this page: Overview … Overview Many women get postpartum blues, also called the "baby blues," during the first few days after childbirth. … Ask for help from others, so you can get as much sleep, healthy food, exercise, and overall support as possible. …
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Baby care Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview There’s lots to learn as you get to know your new baby. Find advice on how to provide the care your baby needs for a healthy start. Premature infants If your baby is born more …
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Baby safety Last updated December 4, 2024 Overview Babies … Learn about the proactive steps you can take to keep your baby safe.  Creating a safe environment for your baby It’s … Babyproofing your home Safety at home for baby's first year Health and safety, birth to 2 years Safe chairs for baby's …
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… Safe sleeping for babies Last updated October 1, 2018 HealthLink BC File number 107 Download PDF Document English … babies sleep for about 16 hours a day. Planning where your baby can sleep safely is important. Creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby will reduce the risk of injuries and sleep related …
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… Feeding your baby Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview Breastfeeding or … through breastfeeding and a vitamin D supplement.  Once a baby is around 6 months old, they are ready to have solid … If you are considering using formula, discuss with your health care provider before adding formula to your baby’s …
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… 2 bowel movements a day. By the end of the first week, your baby may have as many as 5 to 10 a day. Your baby may pass a stool after each feeding. The number of … a problem as long as your baby seems comfortable and is healthy and growing, and as long as the stools aren't hard. …