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… vagina and anus. The cut may be done to help deliver the baby or to help prevent the muscles and skin from tearing. The cut is made just before the baby's head comes out of the birth canal. The cut is … episiotomy is needed. For example, it may be needed if the baby's heart rate drops too much during pushing. Or it may …
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… prevented by following these recommendations. Never leave a baby alone in the bathtub, even for a moment. Always keep the baby within arm's reach. Never leave children in charge of … seat or ring does not prevent drowning. Do not assume a baby or young child is safe when left alone or with an older …
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… in the tissue between the vagina and anus just before the baby's head starts to emerge. (The tissue is called the … vaginal opening bigger. It may be done to help deliver the baby more quickly or more easily. Local anesthesia does not harm the baby when given before an episiotomy. It does not relieve …
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… Yes Recent head injury No Recent head injury Does your baby seem sick? A sick baby probably will not be acting normally. For example, the baby may be much fussier than usual or not want to eat. Yes …
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… can be used to screen for precancerous and cancerous growths in the colon or rectum (colorectal cancer), such as … to: Screen for colorectal cancer or polyps. Monitor the growth of polyps. Screen for recurrence of colorectal cancer … a colon that is narrow due to inflammation or an abnormal growth. Disadvantages Virtual colonoscopy may not show …
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… a chance that you have the virus. If you do have HIV, your baby could also become infected. The virus is usually passed … pregnancy. Breastfeeding can pass the virus from mother to baby. Treatment with medicines called antiretrovirals, both … during pregnancy and after the birth, greatly reduces a baby's risk of HIV infection. Antiretroviral medicines …
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… health nurses and community resources to ensure you, your baby and family get the best possible information, care and … you to community resources and services Provide you the Baby's Best Chance Handbook Teach you how to care for your baby Guide you in planning wellness checks for you and your …
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… Grief and Grieving Grief: Helping Teens With Grief Growth and Development, Ages 11 to 14 Years Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years Current …
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… lifestyle changes. Feeling anxious about the changes a new baby will bring is common. These changes are normal and … and what to expect for each stage of your pregnancy. Baby's Best Chance The Baby’s Best Chance handbook and website offers general …
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… A parent's arms are not strong enough to hold and protect a baby during a crash. Many children who are not restrained … been in an crash or misused, it may not fully protect your baby. Visit the Child Car Seat Safety web page at … car seat that faces the back of the car for your baby. It is safest for your baby to remain in a rear-facing …
