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… of pregnancy that may affect the mother's organs or the baby. Severe pre-eclampsia can lead to dangerous seizures … (eclampsia). Pre-eclampsia usually goes away after the baby is delivered. But symptoms may last a few weeks or more … be carefully checked for the rest of your pregnancy. Your baby's health also will be closely watched. The more severe …
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… . Immunizations. Teething does not cause fever. If a baby is teething and has a fever, look for other symptoms … ? Yes Heatstroke symptoms No Heatstroke symptoms Does your baby seem sick? A sick baby probably will not be acting normally. For example, the …
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… of two reasons: Essential: You need to pump because your baby cannot breastfeed or cannot breastfeed well enough. … Examples include preterm or sick babies or when mother and baby are separated. Optional: You choose to pump because you wants some additional milk 'just in case', because your baby will miss a feeding or you'll be away from your baby …
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… in diet A child may get diarrhea from a diet change. A baby's or child's digestive tract may not tolerate large … during infancy may be runny or pasty, especially if the baby is breastfed. Sometimes there is mucus in the stool. Unless there's a change in your baby's normal habits, loose and frequent stools aren't …
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… you can, wait at least 4 to 6 weeks after the birth of your baby before returning to work. This helps ensure that your milk production is established. How to prepare your baby. Show your baby how to drink from a bottle or from a cup if your baby …
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… is wet or soiled. Colic . All babies cry. But sometimes a baby will cry for hours at a time, no matter what you do. This extreme type of crying in a baby who is between 3 weeks and 3 months of age is called … for babies. Doctors usually diagnose colic when a healthy baby cries harder than expected in a "3" pattern: more than …
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… your body does a ton of work to support the growth of your baby. And even though you can't feel it yet, your baby is growing and changing very fast. Wondering what your baby looks like at 8 weeks? Your baby is about 22 mm (1 in) …
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… Down syndrome is a genetic condition. It affects a baby's development. Children who have it may share similar … by having an extra chromosome . This affects the way a baby's body and brain develop during pregnancy and after … pregnant, an ultrasound and a blood test can show if your baby may be at risk for Down syndrome. Other tests can show …
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… right for your child? It's up to you whether you have your baby circumcised or not. This decision is often based on … not be done? Your doctor may not do circumcision if your baby has a medical condition that makes problems from the … done by others trained in the procedure. For your baby's safety, be sure the person is well trained, uses sterile …
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… in.) and gain about 3 kg (7 lb) in a year. Lose about four baby teeth each year. These are replaced by permanent teeth. … use the large muscles, such as swimming or climbing. Use safety scissors easily. Draw a person with 12 parts. Use a … in.) and gain about 3 kg (7 lb) in a year. Lose about four baby teeth each year. These are replaced by permanent teeth. …